Job Description:

Come join a team that cares about your career, happiness, and your future. Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA) is a different kind of hospital in that we have personal and professional rewards you will not find anywhere else.Our team members make us extraordinary, and they (and YOU, if you join us!) are always top priority. At MVA you will help to make life better for pets and families at the largest, privately- owned specialty, emergency, critical care hospital in our region.Advance your career with top-of-the-line medicine and diagnostics in our state of the art 25,000 square foot hospital that is home to 13 specialty departments. MVA has excellent employee benefits, just to name a few: health insurance with no waiting period, generous paid time off, employee recognition program, education assistance, continuing education allowance, team member focused training to reach personal and professional goals, team events, and a great work atmosphere. *(See below for all of the benefits we offer!) For more information, check out our website ->  Veterinary Technician - Triage Nurse We are looking to add to our growing hospital and are in search of Veterinary Nurses (vet tech) to support our Emergency Department as a Triage Nurse.* A minimum of 1-2 years of experience in veterinary medicine as a Nurse is required.Current CVT/LVT/RVT preferred or educational equivalent. The schedule we are hiring for is Sunday - Wednesday 6am - 4pm *For those without a year of experience, but with the education required and a passion to advance their skills, inquire about Metropolitan's Talent Management Program*  Your skills & experience and how you'll utilize them to help our patients :Broad knowledge of basic small animal medicine (pharmacology, proper restraint/handling, venipuncture, laboratory testing)Sound understanding and knowledge of medical terminology, medications, and disease processesProvide medical care to patients arriving at the emergency room by using sound technical skillsPrioritize care based on critical nature and severity of patient's conditionSupport the treatment floor and emergency service by performing a variety of nursing tasks as assignedAssist physicians with examinations, emergency procedures, and treatments.Perform venipuncture, lab procedures and other diagnostics.Attention to detail and a calm demeanorAbility to work in a fast paced, environmentProficient computer skillsCommunicate with clients, and team members (verbally and written)Fear Free handling: safe, stress free interactions for team members, clients, and patients  Our top tier benefits include:Midshift, overnight and weekend schedules eligible for shift differentialLeading industry compensationEducation Assistance Program & tuition reimbursementMedical, Dental and Vision insuranceFlexible hours - encouraging a solid work life balancePaid time offPaid volunteer time off$200 annual scrub/shoe allowanceContinuing education paid time off and allowance (for licensed and non-licensed team members)Retirement plan including matching fundsTeam member recognition, and reward platform through WorkTangoEmployee discount (20% off services, supplies at cost)Pet bereavement day paidPet adoption reimbursementPregnancy related and Parental leaves provided at 100% payTeam members snacks, coffee, fresh fruit provided dailyMentorship with a team dedicated to Education and DevelopmentEmotional support and well-being benefits for team membersUnlimited growth potentialEveryone is on a first name basis in our inclusive, friendly, comfortable work environmentA strong focus on team member well beingTeam member events Salary: From $20.00 per hour  "Veterinary technician" or "vet tech""Animal care" or "animal health""Medical treatments" or "medical procedures""Surgical assistance" or "surgery prep""Diagnostic imaging" or "radiology""Anesthesia monitoring" or "pain management""Client communication" or "customer service""Laboratory tests" or "sample collection""Emergency care" or "critical care""Team collaboration" or "collaborative environment""Continuing education" or "professional development""Certification" or "licensed veterinary technician (LVT)""Compassionate care" or "animal welfare""Attention to detail" or "strong organizational skills""Flexible schedule" or "work-life balance"