Registered Veterinary Technician (Part-time) - AVS

Description

SUMMARY : Searching for up to 3 Part-Time Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT) to work in the Animal & Veterinary Science Department during Spring Semester 2025 (January - May). This position requires between 6-24 hours per week.

POSITION OVERVIEW :

• Obtain and record patient histories.
• Collect specimens and perform routine laboratory procedures and tests in hematology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems.
• Dispense and administer medications, vaccines, serums and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
• Administer fluids and blood products as prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia under the direction of a veterinarian.
• Able to induce, intubate and maintain anesthesia (non-rebreather and rebreathing systems)
• Use of a ventilator and cautery
• Calculate drug dosages and log controlled drugs
• Place IV catheters
• Provide specialized nursing care for injured or ill animals.
• Prepare patients, instruments and equipment for surgery.
• Assure that monitoring and support equipment such as anesthetic machines, cardiac monitors, scopes and breathing apparatus are in good working condition.
• Assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures using a range of high-tech diagnostic equipment including electrocardiographic, radiographic and ultrasonographic equipment.
• Take and process radiographs including dental radiographs
• Dental charting and extractions
• Communicate with and educate pet owners.
• Maintain inventory of pharmaceuticals, equipment and supplies.
• Clean, maintain and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

PREFERRED :

PHYSICAL EFFORT :

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job.

Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Cal Poly Pomona Enterprises may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodation with the employer.