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Experienced Registered Veterinary Technician

Coastview Veterinary Hospital

Experienced Registered Veterinary Technician

San Diego, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    CoastView Veterinary Hospital is looking for a full time experienced Registered Veterinary Technician with a current license as we expand our growing clientele.  We are looking for an RVT who is experienced in Urgent Care, and will be willing to work a 10:30 am- 9 pm schedule 3-4 days per week.

    Our mission is to provide exceptional, compassionate, low stress, and convenient care to our patients as well as clear and honest communication to their owners. Our hospital and entire staff is Fear Free Certified with the goal of helping every animal live a full, healthy, and pain free life.

    You will assist the doctors to the fullest possible extent, to help improve the quality of care given to the patients, and to aid the doctors in achieving greater efficiency.

    Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

    • Become Fear Free Certified through provided means

    • Obtain and record patient histories

    • Collect specimens and perform routine laboratory procedures and tests

    • Perform IV catheterization

    • Dispense and administer medications, vaccines, serums and treatments prescribed by doctor

    • Prepare patients, instruments and equipment for surgery

    • Take initiative and anticipate doctor or patient needs

    • Assist in diagnostic, medical and surgical procedures

    • Take and assist with radiographs and ultrasounds

    • Provide care and comfort for pets in our facility

    • Maintain inventory of pharmaceuticals, equipment, and supplies

    • Clean, maintain and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials

    • Assist the doctor with house calls when required

    • Use basic computer skills to include practice management software

     

    Characteristics of the ideal candidate:

    • Customer service oriented

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    • Compassionate towards animals and owners

    • Detail oriented

    • Knowledge of terminology of veterinary medicine

    • At least two years of experience is preferred.

     

    CoastView Veterinary is a family. We work together to create an exemplary veterinary experience.

    Please check out our website to learn more about our hospital.  www.coastviewvet.com