Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

Job Description Job Description Description Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine Woodland Hills, CA Total Bonus Opportunity forRegistered Veterinary Technicians: $10,000! This position is eligible for: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus $2,500 retention bonus at 12 months $2,500 retention bonus at 24 months Subject to eligibility and bonus agreement terms. Sign-On & Retention Bonus for Veterinary Assistants – Up to $5,000 Total! Join our team and receive: $2,500 Sign-On Bonus $2,500 Retention Bonus after 1 Year That’s up to $5,000 in total bonus opportunity for team members who grow with us. Bonus eligibility and payout terms apply. Who weare ACCESS San Fernando Valley is comprised of emergency, critical care, cardiology, internal medicine, neurology and surgery providing the highest level of care for pets in our community. There are multiple routes and opportunities for growth within our hospital, and organization. We have Technician Trainers to help set you up for success and continued development, work alongside you and present continuing education lectures and wet labs! We're looking for experienced, accountable and dedicated team members to grow with us! We have a diverse and unique mix of personalities, including many "lifers" who love our practice, our people and are proud of what we have created. We work as a close-knit team with the emphasis on providing a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration. Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers. ACCESS San Fernando Valley is looking for an Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. As an Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing end-to-end care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands-on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients. Role Responsibilities: ●Strong client communication skills are a must: technicians obtain histories, present treatment plans, review discharge instructions and medications, and provide client education on more complex disease processes treated by Internal Medicine ●Anesthetic induction (RVTs) and monitoring of sensitive and potentially critically ill patients for advanced diagnostic procedures (CT, endoscopy, bone marrow aspirates, joint taps, and more) ●Monitor and perform treatments for patients requiring intensive management, recognize significant changes in the patient’s condition, and notify the Doctor. ● Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments. ● Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems. ● Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts. ● Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs. ● Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members. Experience & Skills Requirements: ● Veterinary technician licensure and Internal Medicine experience preferred, but not required ● 1-2 years of clinical experience ● An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. You’ll Grow With Us Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through: ● Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU ● Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills ● A program to designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital ● Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians ● Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare. Benefits – our care in action We provide benefits spread comprehensively across your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing designed to meet your needs as a unique individual. Some key benefits include: ● Paid time off including 8-weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement to grieve both humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions ● Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account ● Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services, and more at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations ● Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets ● Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions ● 401k with employer contribution ● Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete ● Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program and so much more! Compensation : $21-$33/hr dependent upon experience At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered. #ZR