Registered Veterinary Technician for Neurology Department (RVT or VTS) Hiring Bonus: 2500.00 Durham, North Carolina The Triangle's premier emergency and specialty hospital is seeking a highly motivated, highly skilled Registered Veterinary Technician to join our growing neurology team. This is a great opportunity for a hardworking, dedicated veterinary professional who is excited to grow their skill and knowledge base. We provide 24-hour emergency service and specialty referrals in surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, oncology, radiology and rehabilitation, and were looking for veterinary medical support staff who want to utilize their skills to the fullest potential in a fast paced, fun, and stimulating environment. Members of the neurology team will function with a great deal of autonomy and responsibility. Solid technical skills and drug knowledge base, sound judgment, and the ability to function both independently and with a team are required. Strong communication skills, verbal and written; organizational skills; proactive thinking and the right attitude are also a must. The primary duties of the Neurology RVT are to facilitate neurology consults and rechecks, maintain medical records, induce, and monitor anesthesia using multi-parameter monitoring equipment for a variety of diagnostics and procedures. Other duties include but are not limited to discharge of neuro patients and client education, excellent client communication, patient prep and recovery, patient assessment, and pain management. The Neurology RVT will be trained in anesthesia for neurosurgeries and participate in neurosurgery anesthesia on-call. Experience in specialty medicine or neurology is not required, but the right candidate will have a strong background in anesthesia and analgesia. Specific Responsibilities Assist in neurological examinations and perform diagnostics (to include blood work, radiographs, CT scan, MRI, Electrodiagnostics, etc) Assist in neurosurgery on shift and as part of the neurosurgery anesthesia on-call rotation In addition to anesthetic monitoring, technician may responsible for: Patient preparation Sterile gowning and gloving Opening of the sterile surgical packs Appropriately draping patient for the given procedure Setting up the sterile surgical table Assisting the surgeon during the procedure by being proactive and anticipatory of surgical and surgeon needs Provide nursing care to hospitalized patients and medical care to outpatients Maintain patient’s treatment record and medical note records under direction of clinician Create anesthetic protocols and calculate drug dosages accurately Give medications via all prescribed routes: PO, SC, IM, IV Effectively care for and communicate with clients Induce and monitor anesthesia for patients with an ASA III or greater Recover patients after anesthesia Maintain and care for anesthesia and neurology service equipment Ensure adequate stocking of supplies on MRI truck, neurology workspaces, and surgery preparation area Maintain a clean work environment to maintain any infectious disease protocols as well as handle biomedical and infectious waste appropriately Follow radiation safety and OSHA standards Work collaboratively and positively with all coworkers Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position in a healthcare facility which is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Must be available Monday-Friday for full-time hours, although permanent hours are to be determined. Rotating holiday and work during inclement weather are required. Job Requirements Associate degree in Veterinary Technology or higher Current RVT in NC, or license eligible within 6 months of hire 2 years of veterinary experience as a technician or assistant 1 years of work experience as a veterinary technician in a veterinary specialty/ER setting (preferred) In addition to a competitive salary, TVRH offers a comprehensive benefits package for FT team members including: Health, vision, and dental HSA and FSA Plans Short-term and long-term disability Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity Life Insurance 401k with employer match Paid Parental Leave Internal benefits include PTO, CE PTO and allowance, uniform allowance, and veterinary services discount. Positions available in the Durham hospital. These are not entry level positions, so licensed or experienced applicants only, please. The triangle area includes Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill and surrounding cities and is located in eastern North Carolina. It is one of the fastest growing areas in the southeast. A unique mix of history, art, nature and technology, the triangle is home to 15 universities and is known as a center of education, culture and food About 2 hours from both the scenic mountains and the serene beaches, the triangle offers the opportunity to explore everything from bustling downtown nightlife to quiet hiking trails to quaint farmers markets and outdoor bluegrass concerts