Registered Veterinary Technician

Pets in Need; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pets in Need is searching for a Registered Veterinary Technician in Redwood City, California. The role requires providing medical care to shelter animals, assisting veterinarians, and handling various medical procedures in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a valid RVT license in California and at least three years of experience in a shelter or emergency clinic. This position allows for flexible scheduling and requires teamwork and positive communication.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Registered Veterinary Technician license in California.
• Require 3 years of experience in a shelter or emergency clinic.
• Familiarity with animal handling and behavior assessments is essential.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care and perform diagnostic tests on shelter animals.
• Administer treatments and maintain records of medications.
• Assist the Lead Veterinarian with surgical duties and euthanasia.
• Train and direct volunteers and veterinary assistants.

Skills

Animal handling and restraint

Effective communication

High volume spay/neuter operation

Stress management

Spanish fluency

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician license in California

3 years of RVT experience in a shelter or emergency clinic

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician

Redwood City, California, United States

About this position

About Pets in Need

Our mission is to provide animals with loving care and lasting homes, to partner with communities striving to do the same, and to advance our no-kill legacy.

About the role

Under thedirectionof theMedicaland Outreach Manager, theRegistered Veterinary Technicianis responsibleforthe medical care to animals,assistingtheVeterinariansin the health care of animals and the analysis of animal disease;andrenderingemergency treatment in life-threatening situations to sustain life.

What you’ll do

• Assists theLead Veterinarianin implementing high-quality medical care and health management programs for PetsInNeed’s shelteranimalsat both Palo Alto and Redwood City locations.
• Assists the Lead Veterinarian in implementing HQHV spay and neuter for shelter andpublicowned animals.
• Assistswithlow-costvaccination clinics as needed.
• Performs diagnostic tests, venipuncture, x-rays, laboratory tests, IV catheter placement and drug / fluid calculations.
• Conduct in-house laboratory testing and ensure proper sample handling and documentation.
• Administers treatments, performshealth checks, managesvaccinationsand flea/tick prevention, handlesdeworming,and bathes animalsas needed.
• Induces, maintainsand monitorsand recoversanimals under anesthesia and prepares animals for surgery.
• Works with the VeterinaryAssistants andVolunteers, includingtrainingand directing completion of tasks necessary to achieveoptimalmedical department efficiency.
• Follows veterinary protocolsand standing ordersfor animals in PIN’s shelter, including medical, behavior and general care practices for the health and well-being of the animals, individually and as a herd.
• Maintains records of all medications and other careas needed.
• Complies withall lawspertaining tocontrolled substances.
• Performs dentalradiographs, prophylactic cleaning, and extractions as directed by theVeterinarian.
• Performs euthanasia.
• Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to veterinary assistants, support staff, and volunteers.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, efficiency, andhigh standardsof patient care.
• Performs other job duties asrequired.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or abilityrequired.

Education and Experience

• Valid Registered Veterinary Technician license instateof California and three years of experience working as an RVT in ashelter or Emergency Clinic.
• Experienceworking ina highquality/high volume spay/neuter operation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills arerequired.
• Experience with animal handling and restraint, animal health, and behavior assessments.
• Must be able to work efficiently and effectively under stressful conditions.
• Must be able to cope with death either due to surgical complications or euthanasia.
• Mustbe able to delegate tasks.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, handle fluctuatingpriorities,and multiple projects.
• Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
• Spanish fluency strongly preferredand compensated.

Physical Requirements

• Physically strong and dextrous, and ability to stand for extended periods.
• Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.
• Must havegoodrange of motion injointsespecially wrist, knees,your back for twisting, and elbows.

Working Conditions

• No allergic reactions resulting from close proximityto animals in the workplace.
• Working with potentially dangerous and fractious animals.
• Ability to lift and move objects and animals weighing up to 50 pounds for short distancesand to humanely restrain animals when necessary.
• Works remotely, on-site, and outdoors in various settings and weather within the community.
• Ability to travel between locations.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays.