Veterinary Technician

veterinarypracticepartners; Walnut Creek (CA); Sur place; USD 34 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek is seeking a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery. You will work 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts, with a required weekend day.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and opportunities for professional development for our skilled team members.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

Responsabilités

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates.
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Connaissances

Animal care

Client communication

Surgery assistance

Anesthesia

Medical records

Safety awareness

Veterinary procedures

Formation

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification

Outils

Lab work

Radiographs

IV catheter placement

Injections

Description du poste

Veterinary Technician

Salary: $25.00-$35.00 dependent on skills and experience

Schedule: 4 days per week 10 hour shifts, on weekend day is required

Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect as a Licensed Vet Tech with Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
• Professional development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion.
• Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates
• Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.
• Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

About Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek

Our skilled veterinarians can learn a lot about your dog or cat's health through a regular hands-on exam. There are many times, though, when they need to look deeper. In those situations, they rely on our state-of-the-art in-house diagnostic equipment. From digital x-ray and in-house laboratory services to abdominal ultrasound and echocardiogram, we have everything we need to perform comprehensive in-house diagnostics.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.

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