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Registered Veterinary Technician

Registered Veterinary Technician

East Los Angeles Dog & Cat HospitalLos Angeles, CA, US
26 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

East Los Angeles Dog and Cat Hospital is a well-established, progressive, and fast paced practice that offers the best, most comprehensive care to our patients. We are a general practice small animal hospital that accepts appointments and walk-ins. Our close-knit staff enjoys a positive work environment with daily camaraderie and strong support for one another!

East Los Angeles, CA, known for its warm climate, is an idea location for families. All within an hour’s drive you can find outdoor activities like beaches, hiking trails and theme parks, making it an excellent location for a variety of interests. East LA boasts a strong sense of community pride with local art, music and family-owned businesses having a big impact on everyday life.

Our hours of operation are :

  • Mon - Fri : 7 : 30 am - 12 pm | 1 pm - 4 : 30 pm
  • Saturday & Sunday :  Closed

To learn more about us click here!

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to :

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management.

Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We’re Looking For :

  • A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 1+ year professional experience preferred but not required
  • Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts
  • Excellent client communication and medical record management skills
  • Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations
  • Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques
  • Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens
  • Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus
  • Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring
  • Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

    • The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

    Additional Information

    Pay Range : $21 - 23 / hr depending on experience

    We offer our staff :

  • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
  • Paid Bereavement Program
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed / registered / certified roles)
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Access to a CVA / CVT / CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
  • Career Development Opportunities
  • Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
  • Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

    • Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

  • Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

    • For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting / outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit : https : / / allianceanimal.com / additionaljobdescriptiondetails /

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