Veterinary Technician- Neurology

Veterinary Technician - Neurology

United Veterinary Care (Ocean State Veterinary Specialists) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Neurology department team. Our collaborative environment is made up of talented veterinary professionals who genuinely care about both patients and clients. If you have previous experience in specialty medicine and are looking for a way to utilize and grow your skills and knowledge, this is an exceptional opportunity.

At OSVS, the continued education of our support staff is paramount. Techs get to work with the best veterinary team, as well as in-hospital continuing education lectures, labs and many opportunities for cross‑training.

Technicians perform a variety of animal‑health duties to ensure exceptional patient care. They are proficient in intermediate nursing duties including patient assessment and monitoring, phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, medication/fluid administration, medical calculations, anesthesia monitoring, and more. The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of neurology and remain calm during stressful situations.

• Deliver exceptional, compassionate nursing care to patients utilizing a variety of technical skills including diagnostic sample collection and intravenous catheter placement.
• Assist the doctors with consultation and recheck appointments.
• Work under the guidance of the physicians to relay information to clients.
• Schedule new patient consultations, recheck examinations, procedures and technician outpatient appointments for the specialty departments.
• Coordinate daily scheduled appointments, procedures, emergency transfer cases, and inpatient consultations for canine and feline patients.
• Keep current in veterinary medicine trends through CE attendance.

• Minimum 2 years’ professional experience in a small animal clinical setting as a technician.
• State certification to practice as a veterinary technician preferred.
• Superior technical knowledge and skills.
• Proficient in medical math calculations (drugs, conversions, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills with clients and team members.
• Proficient time management, ability to problem‑solve, learn, and handle multiple tasks.
• Enthusiastic team player with a patient, positive professional attitude.
• Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds, and work on feet most of the day.
• Must be able to adjust to changes in the environment and handle stress in a calm manner.
• Must anticipate patient needs and be detail oriented due to the high level of quality medicine.

• Employer‑paid medical insurance premiums and paid deductible for employees.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Complimentary life insurance $25,000.
• Personal pet discounts.
• PTO and holiday pay.
• Company‑sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Veterinary social worker on‑site.
• Ample paid CE opportunities on‑site, and CE stipend for certified technicians.
• Uniform allowance.

OSVS is located in East Greenwich, RI. The facility is a 35,000‑sf building with a busy emergency service, nationally respected internship and residency program, and specialists in Emergency/Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Radiology, Cardiology, Neurology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, and Avian/Exotics. The building is equipped with telemetry, endoscopy, CT scanner, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, and MRI. Located in Southern New England, OSVS sees and treats pets from Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.