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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Center Veterinary Hospital

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

San Diego, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    ABOUT CENTER VETERINARY CLINIC 

    At Center Veterinary Clinic our mission is to provide excellent medical care for dogs and cats in an atmosphere where patients and clients are cared for genuinely and compassionately.

    We are a fast paced, small animal hospital that is AAHA Accredited. At Center Vet we enjoy working as a team and having fun while providing compassionate care for our patients. We pride ourselves on having a very positive work environment that helps other team members thrive and learn. We are looking for a friendly, reliable, team-oriented person, with excellent customer service skills!

    DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 

    • Assist in determining animal requirements by helping conduct animal examinations,  reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging

    • Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds

    • Support patient examinations and DVMs by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients

    • Fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging and security of controlled drugs

    • Maintain a safe, secure, healthy and humane environment by following documented standards and procedures in compliance with applicable legal regulations

    • Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; updates database in an accurate and timely manner

    • Ability to demonstrate and follow procedures in catheter placement and phlebotomy

    EDUCATION & REQUIREMENTS 

    • High school diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education, and/or experience

    • One - two years of experience with veterinary appointments performing above duties 

    • Experience in surgery is a plus

    • Able to perform moderately physically demanding work, that requires lifting (up to 50 pounds), cleaning, and constant motion

    • Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors

    • Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends

    WHAT WE OFFER 

    Center Vet offers competitive compensation as well as a benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k). We also offer a scrub allowance, CE for RVTs, and a Veterinary Care Discount. 

    Center Veterinary Hospital is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.