Registered Veterinary Technician

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Tehachapi (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Paid time off

Continuing education

Pet discounts

Job summary

Tehachapi Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our growing team in Tehachapi, CA. The role focuses on assisting veterinarians, establishing treatment plans, and communicating patient care with clients.

We offer substantial growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, life insurance, paid time off, continuing education, generous pet discounts, and more.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician with 5 years of RVT experience.
• Excellent communication with staff and clients.
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Knowledge of services the hospital provides and species it treats.
• Competent in operating equipment including computers and software.
• Client education responsibilities.
• IV Catheter placement / Venipuncture.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with gathering patient histories
• Establish and carry out treatment plans
• Communicate pertinent information about patient care to clients
• Maintain hospital and patient cleanliness using aseptic technique, protective equipment, and isolation protocol
• Frequently lift and move patients up to 35 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Species knowledge

Equipment operation

Client education

IV catheter/venipuncture

RVT 5+ years experience

Tools

Computers and software

Job description

Overview

Tehachapi Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our growing team!

Tehachapi Premier Place for Pets has everything our client’s pet could possibly need at one location. From complete veterinary care at our state of the art diagnostic and surgical facilities at Tehachapi Veterinary Hospital, to pampered pet boarding. Come be a part of this amazing team!

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with gathering patient histories
• Establish and carry out treatment plans
• Communicate pertinent information about patient care to clients
• Maintain hospital and patient cleanliness using aseptic technique, proper protective equipment, and isolation protocol
• Frequently lift and move patients up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with employees and clients in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and ensure accuracy of patient care, charge entry, etc.
• Knowledge of the services the hospital provides and the species it treats
• Skill in operating equipment, including computers and software
• Client education
• IV Catheter placement / Venipuncture
• Registered Veterinary technician experience of 5 years

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $20-$28/hour based upon experience/skills

We invest heavily in our employees with many opportunities for growth and development. We offer outstanding benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, life insurance, paid time off, continuing education, generous pet discounts and much more!