Veterinary Technician - Nephrology-urology & Dialysis

Join our team at Friendship Hospital For Animals!

Are you passionate about veterinary medicine and looking to make a difference in the lives of pets? Friendship Hospital for Animals is expanding and seeking a Nephrology-Urology & Dialysis Veterinary Technician to join our specialized care team.

About the Role: As a Nephrology-Urology & Dialysis Technician, you will play a key role in client communication, procedure preparation, and assisting with dialysis treatments. You’ll also help maintain equipment, ensure inventory is stocked, and support the Nephrology-Urology team to enhance workflow efficiency. If you’re committed to providing seamless client experiences and delivering high-quality patient care, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow your technical skills in a specialized field. No prior dialysis experience is required—comprehensive training and mentorship are provided

Essential Functions:

• Work independently under the guidance of the Nephrology specialist
• Prepare and start Nephrology appointments, help create and execute patient care plans including sending discharge notes, performing client call-backs, submitting prescription orders to pharmacies, and assisting in scheduling follow up appointments.
• Generate and review estimates with clients
• Know what is entailed in all Nephrology –Urology procedures and how to set up for them
• Proficiency in technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, blood pressure measurement, etc.
• Manage anesthetic emergencies during procedures
• Crosstrain and fill in for client coordinator’s role when needed
• Be able to field phone calls from clients, schedule Nephrology appointments, and refill prescriptions
• Communication with clients, technicians, and staff doctors regarding hospitalized patients
• Generate treatment sheets for hospitalized patients following the orders of the Nephrologist-Urologist
• Maintain the sanitation and stocking of the Dialysis, Nephrology, and operating room suites
• Proper routine care and maintenance of all Dialysis and Nephrology equipment
• Perform dialysis and extracorporeal therapy treatments on patients
• Attend all Nephrology department meetings
• Opportunities may exist to participate with on-call for dialysis and extracorporeal therapies
• Assist with research projects including monitoring and data collection
• Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the FHA Employment Manual

Qualifications:

• Veterinary Technician certification/credentialing (CVT, LVT, RVT, VTS) preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a veterinary setting, preferably in internal medicine.
• Hemodialysis experience a plus!
• Strong knowledge of veterinary medicine, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Enthusiasm for veterinary medicine and commitment to delivering excellent patient and client care
• Excellent communication skills-- both verbal and written
• Ability to multi-task in a stressful environment
• Ability to speak and hear by phone or in person
• Ability to read, write and type English
• Ability to work as a team player
• Ability to use and learn computers
• Ability to master large volumes of detailed information

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Continuing education opportunities and support for professional development. CE allowance for credentialed technicians
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to work with a team of specialists in a cutting-edge facility.