Lead Veterinary Technician

INTRODUCTION

Veterinary Dental Specialties — San Diego is hiring an experienced Lead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). The Lead RVT trains, supervises, and assists technicians in planning, coordinating, and performing a variety of duties related to dentistry, anesthesia, and exceptional client and patient care. The position also encompasses all duties of a veterinary technician.

Join our team of veterinary dentists and enjoy the benefits of working alongside a board-certified veterinary anesthesiologist. With a 4-day workweek and holidays off, you will have plenty of time to enjoy all the area has to offer!

This position earns a competitive wage of $32 to $37 per hour, depending on experience. A full benefits package is provided, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as long-term disability for full-time employees. Company uniforms are provided, and you will receive an employee pet discount. We offer paid time off (PTO), a 401k, and profit sharing. Licensure and CE allowances are provided. Fear-free certification and annual membership will be paid.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Train, supervise, and assist the veterinary technicians and assistants.

• Ensure that the hospital and its employees comply with federal and state animal health laws and regulations, including OSHA and DEA. Inform the practice manager or veterinarian in charge of any regulatory issues.

• Exhibit a technical knowledge of products and medications sold, including dietary products. Demonstrate the ability to explain and educate clients on products and answer their questions regarding product purchase/use.

• Create employee schedules that align with doctor, team, surgery, and outpatient needs while monitoring overtime and payroll costs. Make arrangements to cover shifts by either seeking coverage from the technical team or covering shifts yourself.

• Make recommendations to the practice manager concerning personnel matters, disciplinary actions, and follow-through.

• Provide guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance. Conduct timely performance evaluations, mediate interpersonal problems and address concerns from technicians and assistants.

• Conduct monthly team meetings and one-on-ones.

• Obtain and record patient histories.

• Collect specimens and perform routine laboratory procedures and tests.

• Dispense and administer medications as prescribed by veterinarians.

• Administer fluids prescribed by the veterinarian.

• Administer and monitor anesthesia under the direction of a veterinarian.

• Prepare patients, instruments and equipment for surgery.

• Ensure that monitoring and support equipment, such as anesthetic machines, cardiac monitors, and breathing apparatus, is in good working condition.

• Take and process radiographs.

• Communicate with and educate owners on products and medications sold, including dietary products, and answer questions regarding product purchase/use.

• Clean, maintain and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials.

• Work well with all employees and ensure that your actions support the hospital, the doctors, and the practice philosophy.

• Perform general physical activities that require bending, standing, and stooping. You may also be required to walk or stand for long periods of time.

• Frequently lift, carry and handle dogs weighing 50 lbs.

• Perform other duties as assigned.