Join the V CA West Coast Specialty & Emergency Animal Hospital t eam !Location: 18300 Euclid St., Fountain Valley, CA 92708Why We Want You!We are seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing Neurology department! We are looking for someone who is passionate about exceptional patient care and Neurology. As an integral part of our team, you will work closely with veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and other staff members to ensure the well-being of our patients.Compensation :Credentialed Veterinary Technicians $29.50 - $35.00Veterinary Assistant $20.00 - $30.00ALL dependent on education, experience, credentials, location, nature of practice, schedule and additional responsibilities.Key Responsibilities:
Proven track record of exceptional patient care and advocacy
Taking thorough history on a patient and getting vitals
Comfortable with running appointments, obtaining histories, and keeping detailed medical records
Articulate, dependable, hardworking, and compassionate
Strong communication skills with clients and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Assist veterinarians in performing diagnostic procedures, surgical procedures and treatments related to Neurology including radiographs, routine bloodwork, accurate medical record keeping, patient restraint, and more.
All tasks related to inducing, maintain/monitoring, and recovering patients from anesthesia.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
Maintain accurate electronic medical records and ensure proper documentation of procedures.
Educate pet owners on neurologic conditions, treatment plans, and at-home care.
Collaborate with other departments to provide comprehensive care to patients.
Ensure compliance with veterinary regulations and standards.
Skills:
Venipuncture
Catheter placement
Radiology
Anesthesia monitoring
Physical examinations and patient assessment
Surgical preparation and assisting
Laboratory work
Pharmacy
Patient recovery
Compassionate care for our hospitalized patient
Teamwork advocate
Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures
Taking detailed medical histories and patient vitals
Providing compassionate care for our hospitalized animals
Scheduling, checking-in, and discharging clients and their patients
Assisting our Doctor and Technician staff as needed with patient care
Maintain accurate and complete medical records
Helping clients and doctors during humane euthanasia’s
Maintain a clean work environment to maintain any infectious disease protocols, handle medical/biomedical and infectious waste appropriately
Maintain inventory and supplies for procedures and patient husbandry.
Qualifications:
Current and valid Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license or a minimum of 2 years of experience in performing technician duties.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and common conditions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Compassionate and empathetic attitude towards animals and their owners.
If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Career worklet on the landing page or search for Find Jobs.Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.comIf you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com