Registered Veterinary Technician - AMC San Rafael
About The Position
Animal Medical Center San Rafael is hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician to join its two-doctor practice and team of registered veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and client service team members. The position supports compassionate patient care and personalized client service in a friendly, professional work environment. New RVT graduates are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, adaptable, and collaborative, with a passion for animals and their owners. The work includes taking medical histories, performing basic examinations, venipuncture and IV catheter placement, digital radiology, dental procedures, laboratory work, and assisting with anesthesia and surgery. The hourly pay starts at $26.00 and ranges to $38.00, depending on experience, education, certifications, and location. A $500 sign-on bonus is also offered. The schedule is flexible, with eight-hour shifts Monday through Saturday.
Requirements
- At least one year of clinical experience as a Veterinary Technician; new RVT graduates are also encouraged to apply.
- Active Registered Veterinary Technician license in California in good standing, or eligibility to transfer or obtain California licensure within three months of hire.
- Knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
- Passion for working with animals and their owners.
- Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Experience with venipuncture and IV catheter placement, digital radiology, dental procedures, anesthesia and surgical assisting, and laboratory work.
- Ability to work well with doctors and team members.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to perform dental extractions as allowed by licensure.
Responsibilities
- Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories.
- Perform basic examination procedures.
- Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters, including cephalic, saphenous, and jugular catheter placement.
- Perform digital radiology, including patient positioning.
- Perform complete dental procedures, including digital dental X-rays, scaling, polishing, and charting.
- Assist with general anesthesia and surgery, including induction, intubation, monitoring, and aseptic technique.
- Conduct laboratory work, including ear and fecal cytology using a microscope and the IDEXX in-house laboratory.
- Communicate with and educate clients.
- Work adaptably and effectively with doctors and team members.
- Handle and restrain animals properly.
Benefits
- $500 sign-on bonus.
- Continuing education allowance and paid CE paid time off.
- Annual uniform allowance.
- Professional license reimbursement.
- Flexible scheduling with eight-hour shifts.
- Referral program.
- Career development and advancement opportunities.
- CE programs provided by AmeriVet at no cost.
- Performance bonuses.
- 401(k) matching.
- Student loan assistance.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Mental health resources.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Mentorship and tailored development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
