Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Internal Medicine
About The Position
Animal Samaritans, an animal welfare organization committed to improving the lives of animals and people, is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician for its Internal Medicine service. The role involves a wide range of clinical and client-facing duties, including exam room work, dental prophylaxis, anesthetic monitoring, hospitalized patient care, laboratory sample collection and processing, surgery preparation, x-rays, laser treatments, telephone support, client contact, and computer work. The ideal candidate demonstrates the organization’s guiding principles of Quality, Integrity, Compassion, and Service. They have strong communication skills, an energetic attitude, empathy, and enthusiasm for helping clients and patients, and collaborate effectively with coworkers, referring veterinarians, and clients. Patient needs and work volume may require more than 40 hours per week to complete essential duties. The position may involve early starts and Saturday work.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of direct experience as a veterinary technician.
- Registered Veterinary Technician license or certification candidacy.
- High school education or equivalent and completion of a Veterinary Technician Program.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Mental reasoning and mathematics skills.
- Willingness to learn, accept guidance, and pursue continuing education opportunities.
- Confidence working around animals and ability to use proper safety and restraint techniques.
- Ability to manipulate (lift, carry, and move) 40 pounds or more; walk, stoop, kneel, and crouch intermittently; and stand for long periods.
- English language proficiency.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in emergency or specialty medicine.
Responsibilities
- Perform exam room duties.
- Provide dental prophylaxis.
- Monitor anesthesia.
- Care for hospitalized patients.
- Collect and process laboratory samples.
- Prepare for surgery.
- Perform x-rays.
- Provide laser treatments.
- Handle telephone duties and communicate with clients.
- Use computers as needed.
- Collaborate with coworkers, referring veterinarians, and clients.
- Use proper animal safety and restraint techniques.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision options.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), and sick days.
- Discount on veterinary services.
- Employee recognition awards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
