RVT or LVT
Job Description
Looking for an experienced RVT/LVT to join our small, but busy, clinic in the heart of downtown Dixon, Ca.
Must submit cover letter.
Tasks include:
Inductions and Recovery
Anesthetic monitoring & Surgical assisting
Drawing up narcotics for surgical procedures or sedations
Filling controlled medication prescribed by a veterinarian.
Dental and general radiography
Minor bandaging
Venipuncture, collecting samples & in-house lab sample processing.
Vaccinations, takes vital signs, SQ treatments, SQ injections, IM injections, IV injections, placing IV catheters.
Maintaining records: Entering medical notes, entering charges, requesting out-side lab samples, discharge surgical instructions, etc.
Cleans animal cages and equipment and prep surgery room/dental suite
Some front desk i.e. answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, surgical discharge, etc.
Technicians at our clinic have the opportunity to work with canine, feline patients & occasional pocket pets. Requirements: 1 year of veterinary experience (w/in a veterinary clinic/hospital) + veterinary technician license. Flexible work schedule. Closed on major holidays (Memorial day, 4th of July, Labor day, Thanksgiving day, Christmas day and New Years day).
We offer benefits, CE classes and have great employee discounts.
RVT Qualifications / Skills:
Graduate from an accredited vet tech school
Pass the VTNE
Complete a federal back ground check
Knowledge of animal behavior
Animal husbandry
Must be able to lift up to 35lbs.
Must be able to squat, kneel, and crouch on floor with no difficulty.
Love of animals
Documentation skills
Analyzing information
Clinical skills
Use of medical technologies
Attention to detail
Patience
Verbal communication
Technical understanding
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Evening shift
Holidays
