Surgery Technician  

Employment Opportunity: Surgery Technician 
Employer: Brendan W. Furlong, MVB, Equine Veterinarian, PA 
Employment start date: Immediate 

Employment status: Full-time/Permanent

 

Who are we?

B.W. Furlong & Associates was founded in 1982 by Dr. Brendan Furlong, and has steadily grown from a one man operation to a practice of 23 veterinarians and over 50 support staff and technicians. The practice includes a veterinary hospital, imaging center, surgery center, and rehab center in Oldwick, NJ, an imaging center and office in Wellington, FL, and ambulatory services offered in Oldwick, NJ, Ocala and Wellington, FL, Middleburg, VA and in other seasonal locations. The practice has recently broken ground to build a new, state of the art, 50,000+ square foot facility in Oldwick. The facility will allow for the addition of the Qalibra CT machine and an upgrade to a newer nuclear scintigraphy machine; our Hallmarq MRI will move into the new facility.

We pride ourselves on being progressive leaders who deliver the ultimate in veterinary care; among our 24 veterinarians, we currently have 6 specialists: two DACVIM, two DACT, and two DACVS. Members of our team have also supported US and Canadian Olympic, Paralympic, World Championship, and Pan American teams for generations. We invest in our organization and people, in the forms of continuing education, investments in technology and resources, and the creation of new positions as demands and needs change. We are committed to providing world class care, we practice a collaborative brand of medicine, we believe in supporting our colleagues, and we always try to do what is right. These are our core values, and they should resonate with all applicants.

Where are we?

New Jersey is the east coast’s best kept secret, with our headquarters located in the idyllic countryside of Hunterdon County. The area offers easy access to New York City, Philadelphia, and the Jersey Shore along with hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, and riding trails and endless outdoor activities. Most staff live within a 30 minute drive of the practice and are able to commute without taking major highways. For those raising a family, a number of schools in the area offer award winning school systems.

What will you be doing?

B.W. Furlong & Associates is looking to fill the role of Hospital Technician (Surgery) due to expansion of our veterinary services. This position is ideal for someone who has a formal education or certification as a veterinary technician, has worked as a vet tech or assistant in a small or large animal practice, or has extensive experience providing medical care for horses in a barn setting. The Surgery Technician works under the supervision of the Surgeon, as well as the Hospital Manager. This position functions as the Surgeon’s primary technician for all surgery related procedures, exams, patient care, diagnostics and imaging. The incumbent demonstrates strong technical skills with a broad knowledge base of all aspects of hospital operations. This position carries all the job duties of a Hospital Technician with additional responsibilities for anesthesia coverage, operating room preparation, inventory management of surgical supplies and equipment and the sterilization of instruments.

As a Surgery Technician, the individual is expected to perform with exceptional accuracy in a fast-paced surgical environment and function as the Surgeon’s direct medical assistant. Daily responsibilities include the monitoring and administering of treatments to hospitalized patients, pre-operative patient preparation, serving the role of either a surgical room technician or anesthesia technician during surgical procedures, operating or assisting with equipment and providing post-operative patient care. Anesthesia monitoring is a critical component of the role and includes observing and recording parameters, while communicating changes promptly to the surgeon. They will assist with triage and care of emergency cases including but not limited to colics, wounds, acute lameness and neonatal emergencies. The surgical technician is also responsible for accurate invoicing, surgical estimates and medical records. 

This position requires exceptional horsemanship, strong knowledge of equine anatomy and medical terminology, clear communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care. Physical stamina, comfort working around large animals, and the ability to lift at least 50 pounds are essential. Candidates should be enthusiastic about learning, adaptable in a dynamic environment, and passionate about providing world class care.

Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm, with regular overtime and anesthesia on-call obligations. Some weekend and holiday hours may be required. On-call shifts provide a stipend above and beyond the hourly or overtime rate. This is a non-exempt, full-time position. Overtime at 1.5 times the hourly rate is paid for any hours over 40 worked in a work week. Additionally, hours worked on a company holiday are paid at twice the hourly rate, regardless of total hours worked. Additional hours, including on-call shifts or extra shifts, may be available depending on the needs of the hospital.

Our compensation package includes hourly compensation starting at $28/hr; health and welfare benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a student loan repayment program; 401k with 3% employer contribution; profit sharing; Paid Time Off (annual and CE); Employee Assistance Program; Long Term Disability insurance; license and association membership fees; CE annual allowance with paid time off; logo wear; and discounted veterinary products and services.

Rock Lane Management, LLC, d/b/a B.W. Furlong & Associates, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

Please submit your cover letter and resume via email to Corey Hitchcock, Hospital Manager, at chitchcock@bwfurlong.com.