Registered Veterinary Technician, Mobile Veterinary Services

ASPCA • Los Angeles, CA

1d • $35 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

The ASPCA’s Community Medicine team provides veterinary care to animals and their people through stationary and mobile clinics, serving underserved communities. The Mobile Veterinary Services program offers high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter services, preventive care, and treatment for minor illnesses and injuries. Registered Veterinary Technicians work with veterinarians and assistants, using their education and license to perform medical duties on mobile veterinary clinics and at a spay/neuter clinic. Work may include surgery-clinic shifts, appointments, and assisting with outpatient procedures.

This is a full-time position, approximately 10 hours per day, four days per week between Monday and Friday. The role requires flexibility to work occasionally beyond the scheduled workday. It is primarily based at ASPCA mobile clinics throughout the Greater Los Angeles area, with possible assignments at the South LA Spay/Neuter Clinic. Mobile clinic assignments may change according to operational needs.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited veterinary science technology school (two- or four-year program), or equivalent as determined by the California Department of Education.
• Hold a current California State Veterinary Technician License or be able to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
• Have excellent animal-handling skills with cats and dogs.
• Have excellent customer-service skills.
• Have experience using a computer and navigating software applications.
• Be able to repeatedly lift and carry more than 40 pounds throughout the day with assistance.
• Be able to stand for 10 or more hours.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be able to work efficiently and calmly under challenging conditions.
• Obtain Fear Free® Shelter certification within 60 days of hire.
• Have a strong interest in animal welfare and serving underserved communities.
• Be able to exemplify ASPCA core values and behavioral competencies.
• Have English-language proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Surgery and anesthesia experience.
• Bilingual ability; Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Cantonese, and other languages are noted as strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for 25–30 cats and dogs per day in spay/neuter surgery, or 35–40 community cats.
• Administer injections, including anesthetics, pain medications, vaccinations, and other medications.
• Intubate animals, place intravenous catheters, perform venipuncture, and administer fluids as needed.
• Monitor vital signs of sedated and anesthetized patients before, during, and after surgery.
• Provide treatments and supportive care according to Community Medicine Standard Operating Procedures and attending veterinarian direction.
• Use low-stress handling techniques to provide a safe and compassionate environment for animals, staff, and clients.
• Assist with patient exams, take medical histories, perform diagnostic testing, and prepare medications for clients and patients to take home.
• Maintain controlled-substance drug logs and patient records.
• Stay current on emergency drugs and protocols.
• Ensure anesthetic machines, pulse oximeters, scales, and other equipment are functional, and report malfunctions.
• Assist with humane euthanasia in accordance with ASPCA policy and Community Medicine protocols.
• Clean and disinfect animal areas, equipment, instruments, and facilities with coworkers, using appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Communicate with clients in a non-judgmental, effective, and professional manner.
• Explain basic veterinary medical concepts to clients, including vaccine protocols and anesthetic risks.
• Explain to clients information provided by the veterinarian about an animal’s condition.
• Enter medical information into digital databases as appropriate.
• Represent the ASPCA professionally and courteously.
• Follow Occupational Safety and Health Administration protocols and written and verbal Community Medicine Standard Operating Procedures.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with ASPCA colleagues.
• Participate in veterinary and medical training for Community Medicine staff, ASPCA staff, and veterinary and technical students through coaching, discussion, and demonstration.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable health coverage, including medical, employer-paid dental, and optional vision coverage.
• Flexible time off, including vacation, sick and bereavement time, paid parental leave, 10 company-paid holidays, and paid personal time off.
• 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar employer matching up to 4%, plus an additional 4% employer contribution each year.
• Professional development opportunities, including classes, on-the-job training, coaching and mentorship, internal mobility, and opportunities to support work in the field.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree