Veterinary Technician - Bonus in Los Angeles, CA

VCA Miller Robertson Animal Hospital in beautiful West Hollywood, CA, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to support veterinarians, other veterinary technicians, and all hospital associates by providing high-quality patient care, cleaning facilities, and communicating with and educating clients. Under established guidelines, complete more complex patient treatments, laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and other animal care functions and tasks involved in patient care and operations of a veterinary hospital. As a Registered Veterinary Technician, perform job responsibilities as outlined by the state practice act and hospital guidelines.

Bonus: $3,000 for qualified RVT candidates.

Location: 8807 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90069

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday – Saturday availability

Salary: $32 - $38 / hour

Based on experience, knowledge, and skill set at the time of hire.

Benefits: VCA Animal Hospitals offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; pet care discounts; paid vacation, holidays, and sick days; and health and well-being programs that provide resources and training. Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.

Job Summary: Assist the doctor and other hospital staff by caring for and cleaning patients and facilities, including completing patient treatments, assisting in surgery, and all other animal care functions, as well as other tasks involved in the operations of a veterinary hospital.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Physical examinations and patient assessment

• Anesthesia monitoring

• Surgical preparation and assisting

• Dentistry

• Radiology

• Laboratory work

• Venipuncture

• Catheter placement

• Pharmacy

• Patient recovery

• Client Communication

• Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

Education and Experience:

• 3 - 5 years of experience required
• Direct and guide veterinary assistants, including kennel attendants
• Technician training as needed
• Perform emergency care within regulatory limits
• Dental and anesthesia experience is a must
• Basic Computer proficiency
• Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently
  

Physical Requirements:

• Dependable attendance is required.
• Any allergies to animals must be controllable through medication.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions.
• This position requires the ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day.
• Visual acuity sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written directions.
• Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand, give information in person and over the telephone.
• Fine motor skills are adequate for utilizing hospital equipment such as electric clippers, syringes, radiology equipment, laboratory equipment, computers, etc.

Apply today!

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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!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com