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Part-Time Small Animal Operating Room Service On-Call Technician (OPS)

 
  • University of Florida
  • United States
  • Apr 27, 2022
Part Time - Fixed Term
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Classification Title:

Small Animal Operating Room Service On-Call Technician (OPS)

Job Description:

The Small Animal Operating Room Services with the Veterinary Hospital is recruiting for an OPS on call/after hour technician. This position assists with surgical procedures, performs routine and surgical nursing care functions on animal patients such as surgical preparation, aseptic technique and pre-surgical treatments. This position has a variety of responsibilities which include, but not limited to:

- ensure that patients are prepped in a timely fashion; prepares patient for surgery in accordance with hospital standard.
- assembles surgical supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures.
- maintains aseptic techniques and actively monitors situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique.
- transports patients to/from surgical suite; positions patients according to surgical type.
- cleans OR suites and instrumentation/equipment according to hospital standard.
- operate a variety of machines such as scoping equipment, power equipment, instrument washers and flash sterilizers.

This position requires coverage for after hour/emergency procedures; the hours of operation are:
- Monday through Thursday 5pm to 8am
- Friday 5pm to midnight
- Saturday/Sunday 24 hour shifts

This is a shared position with multiple technicians on the schedule and based on availability of each person.

Expected Salary:

Salary is $12.00 - $13.00 per hour

Minimum Requirements:

- Have at least one year of animal/clinic experience
- Able to work this position for at least two years
- Ability to effectively maintain a working environment while in stressful situations
- Ability to effectively communicate with employees/staff of various levels and responsibilities
- Able to accept constructive criticism and maintain a positive attitude at work
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds
- Must be able to bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for extended periods of time
- Have a working cell phone

Preferred Qualifications:

- Knowledge of animal care and nursing
- Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
- At least a two year commitment due to the extensive training process

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

This is a part-time position.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time.



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    14646

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    Gainesville 
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    Classification Title:<\/th>

    Small Animal Operating Room Service On-Call Technician (OPS)<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    Job Description:<\/th>

    The Small Animal Operating Room Services with the Veterinary Hospital is recruiting for an OPS on call\/after hour technician. This position assists with surgical procedures, performs routine and surgical nursing care functions on animal patients such as surgical preparation, aseptic technique and pre-surgical treatments. This position has a variety of responsibilities which include, but not limited to:<\/p>

    - ensure that patients are prepped in a timely fashion; prepares patient for surgery in accordance with hospital standard.
    - assembles surgical supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures.
    - maintains aseptic techniques and actively monitors situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique.
    - transports patients to\/from surgical suite; positions patients according to surgical type.
    - cleans OR suites and instrumentation\/equipment according to hospital standard.
    - operate a variety of machines such as scoping equipment, power equipment, instrument washers and flash sterilizers.<\/p>

    This position requires coverage for after hour\/emergency procedures; the hours of operation are:
    - Monday through Thursday 5pm to 8am
    - Friday 5pm to midnight
    - Saturday\/Sunday 24 hour shifts<\/p>

    This is a shared position with multiple technicians on the schedule and based on availability of each person.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    Expected Salary:<\/th>

    Salary is $12.00 - $13.00 per hour<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    Minimum Requirements:<\/th>

    - Have at least one year of animal\/clinic experience
    - Able to work this position for at least two years
    - Ability to effectively maintain a working environment while in stressful situations
    - Ability to effectively communicate with employees\/staff of various levels and responsibilities
    - Able to accept constructive criticism and maintain a positive attitude at work
    - Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds
    - Must be able to bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for extended periods of time
    - Have a working cell phone<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    Preferred Qualifications:<\/th>

    - Knowledge of animal care and nursing
    - Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy
    - At least a two year commitment due to the extensive training process<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    Special Instructions to Applicants:<\/th>

    In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.<\/p>

    This is a part-time position.<\/p>

    Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.<\/p><\/td><\/tr>

    Health Assessment Required:<\/th>Yes; Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 lbs, bend, kneel, pull, push, twist and stand for an extended period of time.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

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    Posted:

    27/04/2022