Are you a passionate and dedicated Veterinary Technician ready to take your career to new heights? Join our Neurology Department at Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County and be a crucial part of our dynamic team!
With a team of two Board Certified Neurologists and skilled veterinary professionals, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient care and building strong client relationships.
About Us: 
At Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County , we are more than just a 24-hour emergency/critical care and specialty veterinary hospital – we're a compassionate community dedicated to providing exceptional medical care for pets and their owners. Our team is committed to excellence, and you could be a vital part of our mission!
About the Role:

• Solid technical skills and anesthesia knowledge base, sound judgment, and the ability to function both independently and with a team are required
• Venipuncture; IV catheter placement; medication calculations and administration; digital radiography; patient prep and recovery; epidural administration; anesthesia monitoring for a variety of anesthetized procedures including, but not limited to, CT and MRI
• Assisting doctors during patient appointments, providing outstanding client communication and education
• Performing sterile scrub and assisting doctors throughout surgical procedures
• Advocating for the patient, providing exceptional comfort, diagnostic, surgical, and nursing care to all patients
• Knowledge of the equipment and materials used and their availability and applications
• Ability to work on calls, holidays/weekends, and OT as needed

Schedule:

• Tuesday – Friday, 8am – 6pm 
• Rotating on-call schedule: 1-2/week, with the opportunity to earn a $250 bonus per procedure
  • Example: MRI Surgery on one patient = $500 call-in bonus

Compensation:

• Credentialed Technician (RVT) or equivalent experience range: $24—$34/hr.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) range: $35—$42/hr.

Ideal candidate:

• Active license in the state of CA, RVT - required
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in the veterinary field with anesthesia experience a must
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written; organizational skills; proactive thinking and a positive attitude are also a must
• Accuracy in calculating and delivering anesthetic agents, fluids, and CRIs
• Proficiency in record keeping related to medical procedures including daily treatments administered, patient status, procedures completed, supplies used, and anesthetic records
• Review and understanding of all medical records pertinent to patient care
• Comprehensive understanding and experience with anesthetic monitoring is required
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and a commitment to developing long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required
• Maintain a positive outlook and ability to work well in stressful situations
• The ability to deliver exceptional client service is a priority.

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a full range of benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401(k), PTO, uniform allowance, substantial employee pet discount, and more!
• Professional Development: Grow your career with a generous CE allowance and opportunities for advancement within the hospital.
• Team Collaboration: Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment, fostering camaraderie between departments in our open treatment area.

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Compensation details: 24-32 Hourly Wage

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