Veterinary Technician - Surgery

VCA Animal Hospitals • Fountain Valley, CA

2d • $27 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

VCA West Coast Specialty and Emergency Animal Hospital is looking for a Surgery Registered Veterinary Technician. Location: 18300 Euclid St., Fountain Valley, CA 92708 Compensation: $26.50 - $32.00 ALL dependent on education, experience, credentials, location, nature of practice, schedule, and additional responsibilities. Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday Why We Want You! As a member of the VCA team, you will support Technician and Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. You’ve worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in.

Requirements

• CVT
• RVT
• LVT

Responsibilities

• Physical examinations, patient assessment, and collecting patient histories
• Processing laboratory samples in-house
• Preparing laboratory samples for outside labs
• Managing medical records, reports and correspondence
• Assist with Diagnostic Imaging (Radiology, Ultrasound, CT Scans)
• Assist with patient recovery
• Pharmacy
• Venipuncture/catheter placement
• Knowledge and experience with chemotherapy drugs and safety protocols
• Safe animal restraint and handling
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Effective verbal, listening, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members of all hospital services

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
• We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed