Veterinary Technician

The Gerontological Society of America (GSA).; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet healthcare network is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician in Los Angeles, CA, offering significant growth opportunities and a range of comprehensive benefits. Join a supportive team that values quality care and community engagement while enjoying a competitive salary and additional bonuses for overnight staff.

Benefits

Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Discounts on products and services

Continuing education support

401k with employer contribution

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of clinical experience preferred.
• Veterinary technician licensure preferred.
• Strong focus on teamwork and patient advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures per state Veterinary Practice Act.
• Maintain comprehensive medical records and communicate with clients.

Skills

Veterinary technician licensure

Clinical experience

Patient care

Client education

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree from AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

Veterinary Technician - ER

Los Angeles, CA

Day and Overnight shifts available

**$3,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR OVERNIGHT REGISTERED TECHNICIANS**

**$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS FOR OVERNIGHT VETERINARY ASSISTANTS**

More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At ACCESS San Fernando Valley, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself.

We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of unparalleled resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you'll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy.

And, we have plenty of fun along the way!

Who we are

ACCESS San Fernando Valley is compromised of emergency, critical care, cardiology, internal medicine, neurology and surgery providing the highest level of care for pets in our community.

There are multiple routes and opportunities for growth within our hospital, and organization. We have Technician Trainers to help set you up for success and continued development, work alongside you and present continuing education lectures and wet labs!

We're looking for experienced, accountable and dedicated team members to grow with us! We have a diverse and unique mix of personalities, including many "lifers" who love our practice, our people and are proud of what we have created. We work as a close-knit team with the emphasis on providing a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration.

Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers.

ACCESS San Fernando Valley is looking for an Overnight Veterinary Technician to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community.

As a Veterinary Technician you'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.

• With each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.

• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.

• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.

• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.

• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.

• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.

• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Veterinary technician licensure preferred

• 2-3 years of clinical experience

• An Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

You'll Grow With Us

Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU

• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills

• A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

• Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians

• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement

And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits - our care in action

We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include:

• Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions

• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account

• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations

• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets

• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions

• 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period

• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete

• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program

and so much more!

Compensation: $20-$36/hr based upon experience/skills assessment + shift differentials

*Must have a flexible schedule and able to work rotating weekends and holidays

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.