Veterinary Technician Trainer

Description ACCESS San Fernando Valley is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team as a Veterinary Technician Trainer! Bonuses Sign‑On & Retention Bonus

• 5,000 Sign‑On Bonus
• 2,500 Retention Bonus after Year 1
• 2,500 Retention Bonus after Year 2

That’s up to $10,000 in total bonus opportunity for committed, long‑term team members. Job Purpose Responsible for training a technical staff in a single hospital location that adheres to the principles of Quality, Integrity, Compassion, and Service. Responsible for the academic and practical training of the technical staff. Duties and Responsibilities Support current training objectives and organization, while creating and supplementing additional technical training coursework as necessary. Schedule and organize all technical training meetings, classes, and practical coursework. Write outlines, texts, handouts, tests, and practical exercises as needed for all technical training. Administer written and practical exams for technical training, and work with department leads to provide updates on technical performance for review purposes. Assist in interviews and skill assessments for all potential technical staff new hires, at the request of the Hospital Administrator or Department Leads. Assist in the arrangement and provision of technical training for all pertinent staff through multiple forums / modalities / times to maximize exposure to 24‑hour staff. Assist in technical staff reviews in a skill / technical assessment capacity to ensure staff members are provided clear expectations and understand how they perform compared to those expectations. Responsible for initiation of new technical employees into home hospital. Responsible for upholding the spirit of ACCESS by handling all necessary tasks that require attention. Qualifications Assistant must possess an RVT and 3+ years of technical experience in a large hospital setting. Proven experience in teaching or training within a veterinary setting. Strong knowledge of veterinary medicine, including clinical procedures, animal handling, and medical terminology. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Passion for education and mentorship. Organizational skills and attention to detail. Compensation

• 32 - $35/hr for RVT + $2 trainer differential.
• 42/hr for VTS – pay dependent upon experience.

Benefits Paid time off including 8‑weeks of full‑pay parental leave, bereavement, 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. Tenure‑based incentive program and performance bonuses. 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. Join Us If you are excited about the prospect of training and mentoring veterinary technicians, we want to hear from you! Apply today to speak with a member of our leadership team. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospitals