Job Description

Location:

MASH 6565 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90038

Reports To:

Department Manager

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Rate Type:

Hourly

Type of Position:

Full-Time

Required Certification:

None required, RVT preferred

Job Overview:

The ICU RVT/Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant position at MASH (Metropolitan Animal Specialty Hospital) is an opportunity to join an established, expanding group and provide excellent emergency and specialty medical care to veterinary patients in Los Angeles. MASH is a busy emergency and specialty practice located in Hollywood. The ICU (intensive care unit) at MASH is where the most critical patients are hospitalized to provide constant monitoring and attentive care. Those filling this position will care for patients with a variety of illnesses and injuries, collaborating directly with board-certified criticalists and excellent emergency doctors, as well as a wide range of specialists.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

(The following duties and responsibilities serve as examples of the kinds of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the role. These duties and responsibilities may be modified by the employer as the needs of the organization and job requirements evolve.)

Care for hospitalized patients in a busy ER/specialty hospital setting Provide intensive care for unstable and critical patients Collaborate with fellow staff and doctors to provide excellent, gold-standard care to patients Communicate interdepartmentally to coordinate care for patients Prioritize tasks and treatments based on urgency and patient acuity Evaluate patients continually throughout the shift Maintain safe, sanitary environments for patients Track trends with patient condition and recognize patient decline Utilize advanced technical skills proficiently to place: IV catheters Sampling lines Central lines Arterial lines Urinary catheters Nasogastric tubes Care for patients with various implements such as esophagostomy tubes, tracheostomy tubes, etc. Care for oxygen-dependent patients, including those on high-flow oxygen Care for and monitor patients on a mechanical ventilator Administer blood products Assist the emergency room with incoming emergencies Monitor anesthesia for patients in an emergency setting Perform medical math with full competence, including CRIs, dilutions, and fluid additives Maintain an open style of communication with staff and doctors, with a willingness to learn Participate in patient rounds at the beginning and end of shift

Skills and Competencies

Strong ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, critical care setting Familiarity with general cleaning and sanitation practices, including isolation protocols for contagious diseases Reliable, energetic, and able to balance several tasks at once while remaining calm and positive Excellent communication and customer service skills Familiarity with Fear Free animal handling and restraint techniques Familiarity with RECOVER CPR guidelines Ability to examine patients and recognize abnormalities Strong knowledge of various medical conditions such as diabetes, chronic kidney disease, ITP, IMHA, etc. Strong knowledge of commonly seen conditions in the ICU, such as sepsis, polytrauma, snake envenomations, coagulopathies, acute kidney injuries, pancreatitis, anemia, etc. Experience with various in-house lab procedures such as CBC and chemistry machines, manual platelet counts, WBC differentials, etc. Experience using a mechanical ventilator and high-flow oxygen is a plus Demonstrate an interest in seeking continued education

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of experience in the veterinary field, 2-3 years in ER/ICU preferred RVT license preferred Must have strong listening, communication, and problem-solving abilities Must have a collaborative approach to patient care Previous experience in specialty or emergency veterinary medicine

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to: Stand for up to 80% of a 12-hour shift Walk up to 50% of a 12-hour shift Sit for approximately 20% of a 12-hour shift Lift up to 50 pounds Frequently bend, squat, kneel, and reach above shoulder height Occasionally climb and twist Perform repetitive hand movements for tasks such as grasping and fine manipulation Utilize all sensory skills (speech, vision, smell, touch, hearing), corrected to near-normal levels

Work Environment:

Over 90% of time is spent indoors Exposure to temperature and humidity changes indoors Frequent exposure to cleaning chemicals
The pay for this position is determined by level of experience, licensure, credentials and education

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Vision insurance
Schedule:

12 hour shift Day Shift 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM Holidays Overtime
Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location: In person