Registered Veterinary Technician - Cardiology

Veritas Veterinary Partners; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Continuing education support

401(k) with company match

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Paid parental leave

Double pay for holidays

Job summary

Veritas Veterinary Partners located in San Rafael, CA is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians and cardiologists in a collaborative setting. Applicants must have a Registered Veterinary Technician qualification and at least 2 years of relevant experience.

The role involves patient care, assisting with echocardiograms, maintaining medical records, and delivering exceptional client service. Benefits include competitive salary based on experience, sign-on bonus, paid time off, and comprehensive health insurance options.

Qualifications

• 2+ years working as a veterinary technician.
• Comprehensive understanding and experience with anesthetic monitoring.
• Proficiency in processing basic laboratory specimens.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and cardiologists with echocardiograms.
• Prepare and maintain sterile procedure areas.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures.

Skills

Patient restraint

Administering medications

IV catheter placement

Phlebotomy

Anesthetic monitoring

Client communication

Organizational skills

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician

Job description

About The Role

Veterinary Technicians at PESCM are responsible for a variety of tasks related to customer service and patient care within the veterinary practice. In addition to veterinary technician skills such as patient restraint, administering medications, IV catheter placement, and phlebotomy, technicians in the Cardiology department will be responsible for the following:

What You Will Bring

• Assist veterinarians and cardiologists with:
  • Echocardiograms
  • ECG placement and monitoring
  • Blood pressure monitoring
  • Holter monitor placement and client education
  • Sedation and anesthesia support
  • Interventional cardiology procedures
• Prepare and maintain sterile procedure areas and specialized equipment
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory sample collection, and medication administration
• Provide compassionate client communication and education
• Accurately maintain medical records and treatment documentation
• Collaborate closely with specialty, ER, anesthesia, and ICU teams

About You

• Registered Veterinary Technician required
• 2+ years working as a veterinary technician
• Comprehensive understanding and experience with anesthetic monitoring
• Proficiency in processing basic laboratory specimens
• Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Understanding of normal vs abnormal physiologic ranges
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community
• Positive outlook and ability to work well in a collaborative environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun

Compensation & Schedule

Salary: $30.00 – $38.00/hour, dependent on experience

Sign-On Bonus: $3,000

Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Benefits And Compensation

• Highly competitive salary based on experience
• Sign-on bonus
• Mental health support with Talkspace
• Continuing education support with CE allowance and PTO
• Reimbursement of membership and licensure fees
• 401(k) retirement plan options with company match
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options — some plans may be paid up to 100%
• Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
• Paid time off and time to enjoy it
• Double pay for holidays
• Commuter benefits
• In-house fun committee

Location

• 1 Thorndale Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.