Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Animal Friends of the Valleys • Wildomar, CA

4h • $30 - $35

About The Position

Animal Friends of the Valleys (AFV) is the leading animal shelter for the cities of Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Canyon Lake and Wildomar, and small parts of Riverside County. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit providing top-quality animal welfare and animal control services for our client cities. If you are looking for a way to make a difference and not just a job, AFV is exactly what you’re looking for!

Requirements

• Must have a current California State Registered Veterinary Technician License
• 6 months of experience as an RVT
• Confident, calm leadership skills to supervise a small surgery team
• Certification in or ability to obtain a Certificate for Humane Euthanasia within 90 days of hire
• Ability to conduct humane euthanasia as required
• The experience and readiness to conduct high volume spay and neuter surgeries at the Clinic
• The diagnostic skills and animal health assessment knowledge to examine incoming animal patients at the Shelter
• A strong drive and desire to help animals who truly need you!

Nice To Haves

• Interest or experience in the unique world of Shelter Medicine is a definite plus!

Responsibilities

• Preparing dogs, cats and the occasional bunny for spay and neuter surgeries at the Clinic
• Directly and positively assisting in the reduction of pet overpopulation in our client cities
• Intaking, examining and caring for animals that are brought to the Shelter

Benefits

• $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
• Reimbursement of RVT Continuing Education Units / Credits
• RVT License renewal fees reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, insurance benefits available.
• Colonial Voluntary Insurance
• 403B Retirement Savings (Think 401K for non-profits.)
• Uniform / Scrubs Allowance
• Extensive Employee Discount Program to help you save money on a wide variety of products and services.
• Employee Assistance Program to help you through life’s challenges, including counseling and coaching services; assistance with legal, financial and career questions; and so much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed