ER Veterinary Technician - Relief

Overview Join the VCA West Coast Specialty & Emergency Animal Hospital team! Location: 18300 Euclid St., Fountain Valley, CA 92708 About This Role We are seeking a skilled and passionate Relief Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our ECC Department. The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen. As a member of the VCA team, your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet caregiver—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so they will partner with us for the care of their companion animals. Responsibilities 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 Assisting our Doctor and Technician staff as needed with patient care Maintain accurate and complete medical records Helping clients and doctors during humane euthanasia 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. Requirements Minimum 1 year experience working in a veterinary hospital High School Diploma/GED or equivalent Excellent communication skills necessary to interact effectively with coworkers, referring veterinarians, clients, and patients; ability to readily learn new procedures, must be adaptable Ability to work independently while supporting a busy, high-producing department Compassion for pets and people, understanding and respect for others’ choices. The ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and be exposed to hazards associated with allergens, contagious diseases, noises, odors, bites, scratches, and animal waste. Why You Should Consider Us You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500+ doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists. You will sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities. Compensation RVT 2 - 3 years of experience: $26.50 - $29.50 RVT 3+ years of experience: $29.50 - $32.00 VA: 2 - 3 years of experience: $20.00 - $25.00 Swing Differential: $2.00/hour Overnight Differential: $3.00/hour All dependent on education, experience, credentials, location, nature of practice, schedule and additional responsibilities. 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! Legal Notice 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr