Lead Registered Veterinary Technician

Ambassadorpet; United States; On-site; USD 44,083 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access

CE stipends and career development resources

Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members

Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Job summary

A leading veterinary service provider in the United States is seeking a Lead Registered Veterinary Technician to join their team. In this role, you will provide exceptional veterinary care and support operations by overseeing patient treatment and maintaining medical records. The ideal candidate must be a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in California. The position offers a competitive hourly pay range of $32-$35 and includes benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid parental leave and career development resources.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in California.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs and administering medications.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies.
• Provide excellent pet care using knowledge of anatomy and pharmacology.
• Maintain medical records by documenting conditions and reactions.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient.
• Maintain equipment and inventory for veterinary supplies.

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in California

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Ambassador Dog & Cat Hospital is currently seeking a Lead Registered Veterinary Technician to join the team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people—providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage for all the moments that matter.

Position Overview

The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to patients and clients. Responsibilities include patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, 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 operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients’ rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in California.

Schedule

Monday through Friday from 10am-6pm/6:30pm

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

USD $32 — $35 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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