Veterinary Technician

Registered Veterinary Technician CityVet is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team! This position requires a minimum of 2-years experience in a veterinary clinic setting, as an RVT. A Veterinary Technician Assistant will be considered with a minimum of 3-years in-clinic recent veterinary experience. Compensation is based on experience and education. Responsibilities The Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) is responsible for maintaining excellent patient care and operational productivity by helping the Veterinarian leverage their time and efforts to meet the needs of their clients and patients. The Registered Veterinary Technician works to relieve the Veterinarian from technical work and administrative detail to achieve greater levels of efficiency in daily practice. Registered Veterinary Technicians help facilitate and streamline communication from the operating room to the front office staff and most importantly, the client. Essential qualifications High school diploma or GED At least 18 years of age at the time of hire At least 2 years of current or recent veterinary industry experience as an RVT or 3 years in-clinic experience as a Veterinary Assistant Understanding and ability to properly and safely restrain animals Knowledgeable on veterinary medical terminology and medication Lift 50 lbs to waist height Frequent standing, bending, walking, lifting, carrying, and reaching Strong organizational skills Excellent communication and listening skills Self-motivated and team-oriented A day in the life Assist Veterinarians - prep patients for surgery (administer anesthesia, take x-rays, gather lab specimens), monitor patients pre- and post-op and restrain animals during exams and treatments Obtain samples - gather stool, blood, and other samples for testing Testing - test the samples gathered and help to interpret the results Administer medications - give patients accurate dosage of prescribed medications, anesthesia, vaccines, or other medications indicated by the DVM Client communication - obtain medical information from the clients and provide the client proper instruction on how to care for the animal under the veterinarian’s plan of care Assist the Client Service Specialist team when needed Benefits CityVet prioritizes meeting the full range of physical and mental well‑being needs of our people. In addition to health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, a competitive 401(k) program, vision and dental insurance, and HSA options, our full‑time employees receive: Generous pet‑care discounts Uniform allowance Flexible schedules Growth opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr Hirebridge