Registered Veterinary Technician

Montebello Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary hospital with 45+ years of trusted care, offering routine care, in-house diagnostics, digital full body radiography, ultrasonography, surgical procedures, boarding, and more. Job duties include, but are not limited to: animal restraint, triage of incoming patients, collection and analysis of lab samples, diagnostic imaging, management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases, administration of medications, effective communication of treatment plans with clients, surgical preparation and assistance, and anesthetic management. Must be able to withstand unpleasant odors and noises and may be exposed to bites, scratches, animal waste and potentially contagious diseases.

Responsibilities

Animal restraint; Triage of incoming patients; Collection and analysis of lab samples; Diagnostic imaging; Management and nursing care of medical and hospitalized cases with varying degrees of stability; Administration of medications; Effective communication of treatment plans with clients; Surgical preparation and assistance; Anesthetic management

Requirements

Active Registered Veterinary Technician license; 2+ years professional experience; Consistent punctuality and reliability in adherence to scheduled shifts; Availability to work some Saturday morning shifts; Excellent client communication and medical record management skills; Comprehensive knowledge of veterinary procedures, preventative care, and hospital operations; Expertise in safe and low-stress animal restraint techniques; Proficiency in various sample collection methods, including blood, urine, fecal, and skin specimens; Experience in anesthesia administration and surgical monitoring; Experience in radiographic positioning and image capture; Commitment to professional ethics and continuous learning; Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to animal-related hazards

Nice to have

Dental radiography skills

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k with matching program, life and supplemental insurance, HSA, FSA); Employee Assistance Program; Paid vacation and sick time for all employees; Paid bereavement program; Paid parental leave program; Competitive compensation and shift differential opportunities; Continuing education allowance; Tuition reimbursement program for AVMA accredited veterinary technology programs; Career development opportunities; Referral bonus program for most positions; Additional benefits may be available (personal pet discounts, holiday pay, uniform allowance, bonuses)