Registered Veterinary Technician

Alliance Animal Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

CE allowance

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Referral bonus

Job summary

High Desert Animal Care Hospital in Los Angeles, CA seeks an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join a fast-paced, team-oriented practice. The ideal candidate will have an active RVT license and 2+ years of professional experience, with strong skills in anesthesia administration, surgical monitoring, and high-quality client communication.

You will perform lab work, radiography, dentistry support, patient nursing care, and assist in exams and procedures, while upholding hospital

Qualifications

• RVT with active license and 2+ years of professional experience.
• Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring.
• Punctuality and reliability; weekend availability.
• Excellent client communication and medical record management.
• Knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations.
• Expertise in safe, low-stress animal restraint techniques.
• Proficiency in blood, urine, fecal, and skin sample collection.
• Radiographic positioning and image capture; dental radiography a plus.
• Commitment to professional ethics and ongoing learning.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to hazards.

Responsibilities

• Animal restraint and triage of incoming patients.
• Collection and analysis of lab samples.
• Diagnostic imaging and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases.
• Administration of medications and anesthesia management.
• Communicate treatment plans effectively with clients.
• Assist in surgical preparation and operative procedures.

Skills

Veterinary anesthesia

Surgical monitoring

Client communication

Medical record management

Animal restraint techniques

Lab sample collection

Radiographic positioning

Dental radiography knowledge

Professional ethics

Fast-paced clinical care

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician license

Tools

Radiography equipment

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

Company Description

At High Desert Animal Care Hospital, we provide state of the art care with old fashioned values! Our hospital is a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where we support one another and strive to provide the highest quality care possible. Beyond first rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly, and calm, so pets can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting their care team.

Company Description

At High Desert Animal Care Hospital, we provide state of the art care with old fashioned values! Our hospital is a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where we support one another and strive to provide the highest quality care possible. Beyond first rate pet care, we make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly, and calm, so pets can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting their care team. High Desert Animal Care Hospital stays on top of the latest advances in veterinarian technology and above all, remembers that all animals and pets need to be treated with loving care in every check-up, procedure, or surgery. We’re proud to be able to offer our community pet wellness care, daytime urgent & emergency care, dentistry, a full in-house diagnostics laboratory, digital x-ray, ultrasound, a complete surgical suite & more! We offer electronic medical records for the most comprehensive and efficient patient care possible. Our staff is made up of friendly, caring, well trained professionals, many of whom have been working at the practice for many years.

Our Hours Of Operation Are

• Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm
• Saturday: 8am - 5pm
• Sunday: 8am - 4pm

Job Description

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands on, interactive training and continuing development.

Qualifications

We’re looking for:

• A Registered Veterinary Technician with an active license required, 2+ year professional experience required.
• Experience and proficiency in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring is required.
• Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts.
• Availability to work some weekend shifts.
• Excellent client communication and medical record management skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations.
• Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques.
• Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens.
• Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture, with additional skills in dental radiography being a plus.
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards.

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of technical expertise and unwavering commitment to animal welfare in a dynamic veterinary setting.

Additional Information

Pay Range:

Starting at $23 - 25/hr. based on experience level

We Offer Our Staff

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applicable to licensed employees)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
• Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/