RVT
About The Position
San Diego Humane Society is hiring full-time Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) for our Oceanside Medical team! How you’ll impact our mission: At San Diego Humane Society, we’re united by our mission to Inspire Compassion. In 2015, animal welfare organizations in our region achieved zero euthanasia of healthy and treatable shelter pets — a commitment we have met for the past nine consecutive years. As an RVT, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting our “Staying at Zero” strategic initiatives and providing high-quality care and assistance to veterinarians in diagnosing, treating, and managing animal patients. Your technical expertise, combined with your passion for animals and people, will help us provide the highest level of care. If you’re passionate about making an impact in the animal welfare movement at one of the largest and most innovative animal welfare organizations in the United States, we’d love to talk to you.
Requirements
- California Registered Veterinary Technician licensure required.
- Minimum of one (1) year clinical and/or shelter experience in veterinary environment required.
Responsibilities
- Administer treatments and procedures & prepare and administer anesthetics
- Assist staff veterinarians with exams, procedures and monitoring animals before, during and post-surgery
- Perform emergency procedures (within the scope of a licensed RVT) as instructed by staff veterinarian
- Support training of new RVTs and Vet Assistants, as well as animal services staff members, volunteers, and interns
Benefits
- Competitive pay and paid time-off (including your Birthday Day Off!)
- Comprehensive benefits, training and well-being programs
- 403(b) retirement plan with 5% match after 1 year
- Free pet adoptions, pet vaccines and spay/neuter services
- Continuing Education and Uniform allowance fund
- …and so much more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
