Emergency Service Veterinary Nurse

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The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Emergency Service Veterinary Nurse

Job Profile Title

Veterinary Technician, Emergency Services D

Job Description Summary

The primary function is to assure the smooth functioning of the Emergency Service. This is accomplished by efficient and accurate triage, case prioritization, and work-up of all incoming cases. You will also be responsible for training and development of senior veterinary students, nursing students and nurse assistants.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently triage, prioritize, and work up all incoming cases
• Facilitate the smooth and efficient functioning of the Emergency Room and maximize patient care through direction of all emergency personnel, communications with referring veterinarians and clients, and interfacing with various departments within the hospital.
• Train and develop senior veterinary students, nursing students, and nurse assistants.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

This position is eligible for a $1000 signing bonus. Please contact Amy Shields,

shieldsa@upenn.edu , Talent Acquisition Specialist, for further information or to discuss current and future career opportunities at Penn Vet.  

Qualifications:

Must have at least 2 years of experience working with hospitalized small animals on IV fluids.

Veterinary Technician A: CVT or board eligible--must sit for boards within 3 months of hire

Veterinary Technician B: CVT and 2-3 years of experience

Veterinary Technician C: CVT and 3-5 years of experience

Veterinary Technician D: CVT and 5-8 years of experience

Veterinary Technician E: CVT and 8 + years of experience

We are hiring at all levels for this position. Minimum starting salaries i