About VOSM

CAREERS

We are always interested in hearing from people who have a love for animals, are energetic, passionate, driven, and don't take themselves too seriously. If you are interested in joining our team, please send a brief note along with a resume to info@vosm.com. 

Veterinary Surgical Technician

Veterinary Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Group (VOSM) is the premier veterinary orthopedic specialty practice in the United States. VOSM was established in 2005 to provide a standard of care and service in veterinary orthopedics, sports medicine, physical rehabilitation and spine health that rivals and surpasses what is available to humans. 

We are currently looking for a full time surgical technician (RVT/LVT/CVT preferred but not required). Responsibilities would include, but are not limited to, venipuncture, I.V. catheter placement, restraining and lifting patients, induction and monitoring of patient anesthesia in a multitude of situations, usage of equipment properly, obtaining pre and post-op radiographs, cleaning and sterilizing of surgical instruments, prepping the OR’s and treatment areas for procedures, processing blood, tissue, and other samples properly to be sent out for testing, running our in house laboratory machines, calculating and drawing up drugs, prepping patients for surgery , and assisting the surgeon while in the operating room. Assisting the surgeon (while in the OR) includes: scrubbing in, setting up of the surgical table, and being hands-on during the orthopedic and neurologic surgeries such as fractures, arthroscopies, ventral slots, and hemi- laminectomies.

Surgeries are performed Monday-Thursday and in case of emergency, Fridays and Saturdays. Morning, evening, and on-call hours are required.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• At least 2 years of veterinary experience (willing to train surgical aspects of the position for the right candidate).

• Must possess ability to accurately calculate, draw up, and administer IV, IM, and SQ drugs,

• Must possess ability to monitor anesthesia, record patient vitals, and relay information

• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and sterilization is preferred

• Must be willing to be trained in scrubbing and assisting the surgeon during various orthopedic and neurologic surgeries.

• Willing to learn and possibly train others (desire for continued growth and education)

• Must be able to life 50lbs

• Must possess excellent team player skills (apt in communicating and assisting coworkers)

• Must be self motivated , able to work independently and have a great attention to detail.

• Must be comfortable in a fast paced environment and helping other departments when necessary.

Compensation  

To be determined- based off experience

We offer a very competitive salary, production bonuses, dependable health insurance plans, 401(k), CE opportunities, p and paid time off.  We also believe in providing a healthy and fun work environment.

Please email cover letter and resume to Michelle Dobbs at mdobbs@vosm.com.

Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant

Rehabilitation therapy assistants are responsible for assisting our dedicated canine rehabilitation therapy team with patients. Responsibilities include client communication, gathering patient history, assisting with all therapy modalities, safe patient handling/restraint, and a positive attitude.

In-clinic training is available to qualified, enthusiastic individuals. 

This is a full-time position during rehabilitation therapy department hours, Monday through Saturday. 

Client Services Representative 

To be a part of the team at VOSM is to be a part of an organization that puts our clients' and patients' needs above all else. We are always interested in expanding our team to those who share our dedication to ensuring an outstanding client experience. We never underestimate the impact one person can have on our clients and our practice and welcome the opportunity to add these people to our team! 

Primary Responsibilities/ Key Skill Areas:

• Hospitality and Customer Care 
• Telephone Communication - scheduling appointments, fielding general questions
• Client Communications - faxing/e-mailing information to clients and veterinarians
• Computer knowledge and Scheduling Management 
• Recordkeeping/Filing

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of general office practices and client communication experience
• Ability to perform clerical work accurately and efficiently
• Ability to multitask and answer a multi-phone line system as well as check patients in and out in a busy work environment 
• High school diploma
• Individuals that value the commitment of team work, strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and a positive/professional attitude

Required:

At least 2 years' recent experience in client communications/customer service/hospitality. 

This position welcomes both full-time and part-time applicants. Hours for this position range from 6:30am to close of business, Monday through Saturday. Availability to work Saturday shifts in rotation schedule is required. 

Kennel Assistant

At Veterinary Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Group we pride ourselves in providing a standard of care and service in veterinary orthopedic sports medicine and rehabilitation that rivals and surpasses what is available to humans. Our team of exceptional staff members is responsible for ensuring the highest level of medical care from our client's first call in to our facility throughout their entire course of treatment with us. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Walking dogs, some recently postoperative
• Feeding dogs, cats, or other small animals
• Giving medications by mouth
• Post-surgery rehabilitation exercises for dogs as needed

Qualifications:

Patient, compassionate individual willing to work with dogs of many different ages, breeds, sizes, temperaments, and health statuses. 

Weekend, holiday, and evening shifts are required for this position. Kennel assistant is a part-time position with flexible hours. 

Veterinary Technicians

Recovery

Recovery positions are responsible for monitoring post-operative patients, placing catheters and administering medications as well as general hospital duties - previous ICU or recovery ward experience is required. Overnight and weekend positions are available in the recovery ward.

Surgery

Surgery positions are responsible for conducting pre-operative patient assessments, administering anesthetics and assisting with intubation, maintaining appropriate levels of anesthesia during surgery, following up on patients after they have been anesthetized, calculating and administering various CRI's, providing basic maintenance of anesthesia machines, assistance in surgical pack preparation and patient prep, assisting as scrub nurse during orthopedic and neurologic procedures.

Qualifications required for surgical positions:

• Must be eligible for or a current State of Maryland RVT, a graduate from an AVMA accredited two or four year veterinary technology school OR currently enrolled in an equivalent program.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds
• Advanced animal handling experience
• Experienced in surgical nursing and anesthesia
• Able to work successfully as part of a team and autonomously
• Ability to remain composed and focused in stressful and emergency situations
• Flexible about working additional hours when necessary
• Demonstrates advanced anesthesia skills 
• Demonstrates the ability to lead and act autonomously during an anesthetic crisis 
• Capable of assisting in crash medicine resuscitation
• Interest in pain management and experience with veterinary orthopedic and/or neurologic procedures strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal communication skills

Full-time and part-time positions available. Flexible day shift schedules.

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