Job Description

Join Our Neurology Team at Apex Vets!

ApexVets is a brand new, state-of-the-art specialty and emergency animal hospital located in the heart of Wheaton. We are searching for a compassionate, skilled Neurology Nurse to join our dedicated team! If you're passionate about working with both people and animals and want to make a meaningful impact in veterinary healthcare, we encourage you to apply.

Why Apex Vets?

At Apex Vets, we live by our four guiding principles:

• Care : We care deeply for our team and our patients. We've got each other's backs.
• Collaboration : We work together, sharing ideas to achieve common goals.
• Continuous Improvement : We embrace learning and growth, always challenging each other to be our best.
• Collective Responsibility : We celebrate our wins as a team and support each other through challenges, always working together to succeed.

Are you excited to apply your skills in anesthesia and patient care to improve the lives of pets? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, multitasking environment? Apex Vets empowers you to do just that in an inclusive, education-focused setting with opportunities for mentorship and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional, compassionate nursing care to patients, particularly in surgical and post-operative settings.
• Restrain animals for neurological exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Administer medications and perform venipuncture, laboratory procedures, and specimen preparation.
• Prepare patients for procedures, including IV catheter placement, anesthesia induction, intubation, and surgical prep.
• Monitor anesthesia under the supervision of our anesthesiologist, tracking vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration, SpO2, and CO2.
• Assist with diagnostic studies (radiography, CT, MRI) — training available.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, clients, and team members about patient needs, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Perform basic care (feeding, walking, cleaning of hospitalized patients) and handle kennel duties as needed.
• Perform surgical room preparation, including instrument setup, room breakdown, sterilization, and assisting in surgeries as required.
• Handle inventory, stocking, and assist in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.

Qualifications

• Education : High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience : Veterinary Nurse experience required, with a focus on anesthesia monitoring and surgical skills. Neurology experience is a bonus but not required.
• Skills : Strong communication and customer service skills; basic computer skills; flexibility to adapt to changing environments.

Benefits

• Health Insurance : Comprehensive options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage.
• 401(k) Plan
• Continuing Education & Memberships : Support for professional growth and certifications.
• Paid Time Off : Vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Veterinary Service Discounts : Discounts for personal pets.

Employee Wellness

We prioritize our team’s well-being with dedicated resources:

• On-site Gym : Equipped with a Peloton for convenient, high-quality workouts.
• Quiet Room : A tranquil space for relaxation, meditation, or nursing mothers, providing a peaceful escape during the workday.

Additional Position Requirements

• Schedule : 10-hour shifts, including one on-call weekend per month (subject to change based on caseload). Occasional overtime may be required.
• Physical Requirements : Frequent standing, bending, and lifting up to 40 pounds (assistance required for heavier lifting).
• Work Environment : Exposure to chemotherapy agents, radiation (x-ray and CT), anesthetic agents, and potential hazards associated with animal care (bites, scratches, infectious diseases).

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