Registered Veterinary Technician

Registered Veterinary Technician(Adoptions)Full Time, (Various days and hours, weekends/holidays as needed)$34 an hour, CA RVT License RequiredAmazing human wanted to save lives and make a global impact! Helen Woodward Animal Center is a globally recognized animal welfare organization, and our team of superstars is seeking an experienced, inspired, and positive Registered Veterinary Technician to make a world of difference in the lives of shelter pets through dedication, care, and compassion. ResponsibilitiesPossess the knowledge required of a registered veterinary technician with regards to radiography, surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, pharmacology, laboratory, and medicine as it pertains to the field of small animal medicineAssist veterinarian in surgery, including anesthesia induction, intubation, prepping of animals, assisting during surgery, extubation, and monitoring recoveryPerform dental cleanings and extractions as directed by the veterinarianAssist veterinarian in examining animals and participate during intakesMust be able to go offsite and perform offsite duties, including overnight offsite trips, primarily routine medical procedures and examinations related to offsite animal intakes Perform routine medical procedures such as vaccines, fecal exams, medication administration, catheter placement, etcProvide all medical hold animals with exercise, attention, love, feeding, hygiene, and grooming requirements, monitor sick/injured animalsRadiograph animals as directed by the veterinarian and ensure that the radiographs are of diagnostic qualityPrepare surgical packs and ensure that all areas of the medical department are properly cleaned, maintained, and stockedPerform weekly inventory of supplies and medication and prepare and submit purchase orders in time to ensure that supplies are well stockedRequirementsCurrent CA RVT LicenseMust have at least 6 months hands on experience in a veterinary environment other than schooling and/or training experiencePossess knowledge of anesthesia and be able to operate an anesthesia machineAble to properly operate an x-ray machine and determine that the radiographs are of a diagnostic qualityMust be able to follow written and oral veterinarian orders without direct supervisionAble to safely lift objects weighing up to 55 lbs without assistance and up to 100 lbs. with assistanceMust possess a valid Driver's License with a good driving record as may require driving dutiesGenerous Benefits include: Employer sponsored Medical, Dental and Group Vision, Paid Holidays, Sick & Vacation Time, 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match, Employee Discounts.Helen Woodward Animal Center is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is not permitted in any Center building or vehicle.

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