Veterinary Technician

Eagle Rock Pet Care's mission is guided by kindness and compassion where our team delivers the care to each pet that they would want their own pet to receive. We use the most modern equipment, tested and reliable veterinary products, and the personal touch of tailoring the most effective treatment for pets in need. At Eagle Rock Pet Care in Los Angeles, you’ll find a close-knit team of passionate animal lovers who treat all pets like family. Our experts provide individualized vaccine programs based on age, breed, and environment. We perform regular checkups with nutritional and behavioral counseling to monitor the overall health of our clients. We are well versed in handling surgeries in our innovative surgery suite, whether that involves soft tissue surgery, orthopedic procedures, emergencies, or spays and neuters. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility is equipped to oversee radiography and urgent care during business hours. Job Duties Animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises. May be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases. Whether you’re looking to just be a master of your role or trying to grow into that next career move, you’ll have opportunities through a variety of virtual and hands‑on, interactive training and continuing development. Qualifications A minimum of 1-year experience, RVT preferred but not required A high work ethic and positive attitude team member Ability to arrive on-time and ready to work Exceptional customer service skills and ability to communicate precisely Interpret medical records and record client history accurately Knowledge in preventative care, surgical procedures, and hospital flow Ability to restrain pets in a low-stress and safe manner Proficient in sample collection to include blood samples, urine, fecal, and skin Ability to properly set-up and process laboratory samples and tests Proficient in positioning and capturing radiographs, positioning for dental radiographs are a plus Proficient in anesthesia and surgical monitoring A self-starter with the desire to continue to advance one’s knowledge and skillset Ability to receive in a professional manner constructive feedback to maintain hospital efficiency Additional Information Pay Range: $20 - $24/hr depending on level of experience Benefits Employee Assistance Program Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees Paid Bereavement Program Paid Parental Leave Program Competitive Compensation Continuing Education Allowance (applicable to licensed employees) Tuition Assistance Program Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster Referral Bonus Program for most positions! Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Bonuses etc.) *Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check. *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status. #J-18808-Ljbffr