Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Alpine Animal Hospital

Mountain View, CA

Expired: May 04, 2023 Applications are no longer accepted.

$30 to $38 Hourly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Retirement
Full-Time

About Alpine Animal Hospital

At Alpine Animal Hospital, we are committed to educating our clients on how to keep their pets healthy throughout the year with good nutrition and exercise. We seek to stay on top of the latest advances in veterinary technology and, above all, remember that every pet needs to be treated with loving care at every check-up, procedure, or surgery. We are seeking an experienced RVT who shares our energy, drive and ambition and who will meaningfully contribute to our growth and success.

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in determining animal requirements by helping conduct animal examinations, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging
Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds
Support patient examinations and DVMs by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients
Fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging and security of controlled drugs
Maintain a safe, secure, healthy and humane environment by following documented standards and procedures in compliance with applicable legal regulations
Maintain medical records by documenting patients' conditions, reactions, and changes; updates database in an accurate and timely manner
Ability to demonstrate and follow procedures in catheter placement and phlebotomy

Education & Requirements

One - two years of experience with veterinary appointments performing above duties
Experience in surgery is a plus
Able to perform moderately physically demanding work, that requires lifting (up to 50 pounds), cleaning, and constant motion
Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors
Must be flexible with scheduling and able to work some weekends
RVT, LVT, or CVT certification (or equivalent) required

What we offer

Competitive compensation commensurate with experience ($30.00 - $38.00 per hour)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401k + company match
Paid time off
Continuing education opportunities
Professional development support
Mental health assistance
Employee discounts on veterinary services
Scrub allowance
Positive and supportive work environment

Alpine Animal Hospital is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, religion, gender, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Job Reference ID: CPP-0000014

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