Registered Veterinary Technician

AmeriVet

3d•$28 - $32

About The Position

Victoria Animal Hospital in Riverside, California is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team. This busy 1-doctor hospital has a dedicated team to provide exceptional care to the dogs and cats in the surrounding community. Victoria Animal Hospital is a long-standing general practice hospital with deep ties to the community, located in Riverside, California. The doctors and team aim to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our excellent staff! At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team: Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals. Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being. Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters. A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career – no matter where you start.

Requirements

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in California, or eligible to transfer/acquire state license within 3 months of hire
2 + years of veterinary clinical experience, as a veterinary technician or assistant
Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
Passion for working with animals and their owners
Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare
Understands the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform complete dental prophylaxis with radiographs
IV Catheter placement, urinary catheter placement, applying casts, bandages and splints
Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care
Laboratory skills including cytology set-up and interpretation; Idexx laboratory equipment
Diagnostic experience including digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis
All other duties of a Registered Veterinary Technician as allowable by law