Registered Veterinary Technician - Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills
About The Position
Veterinary Medical Center of Woodland Hills is a long-standing general practice hospital in Woodland Hills, California, focused on compassionate, quality veterinary medicine and personalized service to the community. The hospital is hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician to join a supportive team. The role involves providing clinical care, assisting with diagnostic and treatment procedures, educating clients, and maintaining accurate medical records. The hourly pay rate is $32.00–$36.00, depending on experience, education, licensure, and certifications. A $2,500 sign-on bonus is offered.
Requirements
- Active Registered Veterinary Technician license in good standing in California.
- At least 3 years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting.
- Knowledge of industry tools and equipment.
- Experience with proper animal handling and restraint.
- Ability to perform basic examination procedures, venipuncture, and IV catheter placement.
- Ability to perform digital radiology, including positioning.
- Ability to perform complete dental procedures, including digital dental X-rays, scaling, polishing, charting, and extractions.
- Comfort with general anesthesia and surgical assisting, including induction, intubation, monitoring, and aseptic technique.
- Laboratory skills, including use of a microscope for ear and fecal cytology and use of in-house laboratory equipment.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate with and educate clients.
- Ability to perform technician appointments independently and maintain accurate medical records.
- Passion for working with animals and their owners.
Nice To Haves
- Fear Free experience or training.
- Ability to use ultrasound to obtain diagnostic images and urine samples.
Responsibilities
- Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories.
- Perform basic examination procedures.
- Perform venipuncture and place intravenous catheters in cephalic, saphenous, and jugular locations.
- Perform digital radiology, including patient positioning.
- Complete dental procedures, including digital X-rays, scaling, polishing, charting, and extractions.
- Assist with surgery and general anesthesia, including induction, intubation, monitoring, and aseptic technique.
- Perform laboratory work, including ear and fecal cytology using a microscope and operation of in-house laboratory equipment.
- Communicate with and educate clients.
- Perform technician appointments independently and document accurately in medical records.
- Handle and restrain animals appropriately.
- Work collaboratively as a dependable, detail-oriented member of the veterinary team.
Benefits
- $2,500 sign-on bonus.
- Competitive pay.
- Pet care discounts for personal pets.
- Career development and advancement opportunities.
- Access to more than 200 locations across the United States through AmeriVet partnering practices.
- Referral program.
- Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing.
- Performance bonuses.
- 401(k) matching.
- Student loan assistance.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Mental health resources.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Supportive, collaborative environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
