Why Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital

Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital, founded by Vets Pets in June 2015, brought specialty services to Eastern NC. Serving a vast region east of Raleigh to the coast, Points East VSH has matured into a 24/7/365 hospital with emergency, surgery, critical care, and diagnostic ultrasound services.

What started with the understanding that the region was ready for advanced and local, specialty medicine, a surgery service splitting its time between two locations shared with after-hours emergency clinics, has grown to include multiple surgeons, a boarded criticalist, twelve emergency veterinarians, and an enthusiastic support team working 24/7/365.

With three sister emergency practices, each within an hour of the hospital, Points East VSH enjoys the collaboration and camaraderie that comes with being a member of the Vets Pets family. Sharing ideas, inventory, staff, and protocols, the network of hospitals problem-solve together.

Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital is in the growing town of Wilson, NC, about 30 minutes outside of Raleigh. Wilson is a great place to call home with a charming downtown, convenient location, centuries of history, great hiking and biking, family-friendly amenities, and an excellent park system. Raleigh and the Triangle area of NC are consistently ranked as one of the most desirable places to live in the US. A recent study in 2019 ranked Raleigh #2 in the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the US. Raleigh was also recently listed as the #2 in the world by Numbeo in its quality-of-life index for 2020.

ICU Veterinary Technician or Assistant

Position Overview: Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital is seeking an experienced and dedicated Veterinary ICU Assistant to join our team. As a Veterinary ICU Assistant, you will provide essential support to the veterinary team in delivering exceptional care to our patients in the intensive care unit (ICU).

Dayshift, nightshift, and swing shifts are available, with no on-call duty required.

Responsibilities:

• Patient Care Support: Assist the veterinary team in providing compassionate and comprehensive care to ICU patients.
• Facility Maintenance: Maintain a clean and organized ICU environment, including cleaning kennels, changing bedding, and disinfecting surfaces. Adhere to proper infection control protocols.
• Equipment and Supply Preparation: Prepare and organize equipment, supplies, and medications required for ICU procedures and treatments.
• Assisting with Procedures: Assist the veterinary team during specialized ICU procedures, such as venipuncture, arterial blood gas sampling, urinary catheterization, and wound management.
• Patient Monitoring: Observe and report changes in patient behavior, appetite, or physical condition to the veterinary team.
• Treatment Assistance: Aid in administering treatments, medications, and intravenous fluids as directed by the veterinary team.
• Recordkeeping: Accurately document patient information, treatments, and observations in medical records.
• Client Communication: Provide friendly and professional communication with pet owners, answering general inquiries, relaying messages, and providing updates on patient care as directed by the veterinary team.
• Facility Assistance: Provide support to other departments or areas of the hospital as needed, contributing to the smooth operation of the veterinary facility.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a veterinary ICU or critical care setting.
• Knowledge and Skills: Strong understanding of ICU procedures, patient handling, and basic medical terminology.
• Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with the veterinary team and pet owners in a professional and compassionate manner.
• Compassion and Empathy: Demonstrated care and empathy for canine and feline patients, providing comfort and reassurance to patients in distress.

• Physical Stamina: Ability to handle physically demanding aspects of the job, including lifting, restraining, and assisting with the transportation of patients.
• Attention to Detail: Strong observational skills and attention to detail to accurately report patient behavior and condition to the veterinary team.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability: No on-call duty required.

If you have significant ICU experience and a passion for providing exceptional care to canine and feline patients, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join our dedicated team at Points East Veterinary Specialty Hospital and contribute to our mission of delivering excellent veterinary ICU care.

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