Veterinary Technician, Operating Room
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
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About the University of Pennsylvania
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Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance, landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
About the Role
This Veterinary Technician position is located in Kennett Square, PA (Chester County), approximately 33 miles outside of Philadelphia. The role encompasses operating room responsibilities, sterilizing duties, and general nursing care for large animal patients within the School of Veterinary Medicine. The position reports directly to the Supervisor of Central Supply and Operating Room.
You will play a vital role in the preparation and circulation for all surgical procedures in a large animal hospital. This includes knowledge of aseptic technique, operating various surgery tables and overhead hoist systems, and assisting the surgical team in donning surgical attire and table setup. You will also be responsible for the Pool Recovery System, assigning tasks, and guiding personnel and students. Additionally, you will teach veterinary students and veterinary nursing students, while maintaining surgical requests, logs, and department SOPs.
Please note that there is no public transportation to this location; you must have your own transportation. The position requires the ability to function quickly and react to stressful situations involving patient care, as well as the ability to be within a 20-minute travel time to the hospital when on-call.
Hiring Process
This position is eligible for a one-time sign-on incentive of $1,000. For further details regarding this position and the incentive, please contact Sally Tunstall at tysons@vet.upenn.edu.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Key Responsibilities
- check_circleAssist in preparation and circulation for all surgical procedures in a large animal hospital
- check_circlePrepare and maintain equipment for the Pool Recovery System and guide personnel
- check_circleClean and maintain all Central Supply equipment and stock
- check_circleTeach veterinary students and veterinary nursing students
- check_circleAssist with ordering and receiving Central Supply stock
- check_circleEnter appropriate billing information into the EMR system
- check_circleMaintain surgical requests, surgery logs, and update Department SOPs
- check_circleRun biological monitoring, incubate, read, and record biological monitor results
- check_circleIndependently operate steam autoclaves, ETO sterilizers, and other sterilization equipment
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Requirements
- verifiedAssociate of Science degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program
- verified0 to 1 years of experience (Technician A) or 1 to 2 years of experience (Technician B)
- verifiedCVT certification or Bachelor's degree in Animal or Equine Science preferred
- verifiedOwn transportation required
- verifiedAbility to be within 20-minute travel time to hospital when on-call
- verifiedBackground checks may be required
Nice to Have
CVT certification or a Bachelor's degree in Animal or Equine Science or other related field.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleComprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurancecheck_circleFlexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care expensescheck_circleTuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependent children at Penn and other institutionscheck_circleGenerous retirement plans including Basic, Matching, and Supplemental options via TIAA and Vanguard
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Aseptic Technique, Steam Autoclaves, Eto Sterilizer, Biological Monitoring, Emr, CVT.
Education: Associate of Science degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program required; Bachelor's degree in Animal or Equine Science or related field preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Veterinary Technician, Operating Room at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System
What does a Veterinary Technician, Operating Room at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System do?expand_more
In this Veterinary Technician, Operating Room at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System role, you will assist in preparation and circulation for all surgical procedures in a large animal hospital; prepare and maintain equipment for the pool recovery system and guide personnel; clean and maintain all central supply equipment and stock; and teach veterinary students and veterinary nursing students.
What are the requirements for this Veterinary Technician, Operating Room role?expand_more
To qualify for the Veterinary Technician, Operating Room at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System position, applicants should have: Associate of Science degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program; 0 to 1 years of experience (Technician A) or 1 to 2 years of experience (Technician B); CVT certification or Bachelor's degree in Animal or Equine Science preferred; Own transportation required; Ability to be within 20-minute travel time to hospital when on-call; and Background checks may be required.
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Veterinary Technician, Operating Room at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is based in Planifyr. This is a on-site role.
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Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System has listed this Veterinary Technician, Operating Room role as on-site.
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Veterinary Technician, Operating Room at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System typically requires 0–2 years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
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Key skills for Veterinary Technician, Operating Room at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System include Aseptic Technique; Steam Autoclaves; Eto Sterilizer; Biological Monitoring; Emr; and CVT.
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Educational requirements for this role: Associate of Science degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program required; and Bachelor's degree in Animal or Equine Science or related field preferred.
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Veterinary Technician, Operating Room at Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is part of the scientific & qa job category on Recrutus.