Veterinary Technician/Assistant

2 months ago


El Cerrito, United States El Cerrito Veterinary Care Full time

Who we are::

El Cerrito Veterinary Care is looking for a veterinary technician/assistant to add to their dedicated team Working together to establish and uphold the highest standards of patient care, we believe that to care for our patients, we must also care for each other. We strive to cultivate a supportive, fun environment that encourages camaraderie and opportunities to learn and grow. In addition to practicing excellent medicine with exceptional people, El Cerrito Veterinary Care offers consistent scheduling, excellent work-life balance, and awesome benefits, including:

Requirements:

  • Assist veterinarians with patient exams, treatments, and surgeries
  • Obtain and record patient histories, treatments, vital signs, and weights via the practice management system
  • Perform in-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for reference labs
  • Prepare, dispense, and administer medications, vaccines, serums and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
  • Administer and monitor anesthesia under the direction of a veterinarian.
  • Provide specialized nursing care for injured or ill animals.
  • Prepare patients, instruments, and equipment for surgery; clean, maintain and sterilize instruments, equipment, and materials.
  • Communicate with and educate owners in a compassionate and professional manner
  • Take radiographs for dental procedures and medical diagnosis
  • Maintain knowledge of preventative healthcare recommendations in order to answer client questions, provide education on vaccines, flea and heartworm products, and assist in marketing veterinary services from which their pet would benefit, such as a dental cleaning, senior wellness, spay and neuter procedures, and boarding.
  • Maintain inventory of pharmaceuticals, equipment, and supplies
  • Work well with all team members and ensure that your actions support the hospital, the doctors, and the practice philosophy.
  • Collect specimens and perform routine laboratory procedures and tests in hematology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, and serology to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of animal health problems
  • Prepare surgery suit and instruments; Perform induction/intubation and all pre-anesthetic procedures, including patient pre- and post-op care
  • Accurately calculate and record all medications and injections administered
  • Clean, scale, and polish teeth using dental equipment and hand instruments
  • Maintain cleanliness throughout the hospital
  • Follow OSHA requirements
  • Follow practices health and safety protocols

Financial Benefits:

  • A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
    • $24 - $26 / hour
  • 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 529 Savings Plan
  • Tuition Support Program
  • Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits:

  • Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
  • Sick Time / Paid Time Off
  • Supplemental insurance, including accident, disability, critical illness, and life insurance
  • Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
  • Pet discounts on services and products
  • Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits:

  • Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
  • Professional development opportunities
  • State license reimbursement
  • VTNE exam fee reimbursement
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Uniform allowance
  • Ability to join our VetCor Techlife Facebook group of over 800 veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits:

  • Six paid holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Parental leave
  • Employee discount program (Apple, Verizon, Disney, auto insurance, flights, etc.)

Think you're the veterinary technician we've been dreaming of? Awesome Come join our team and see the difference we can make in the lives of our people and our patients

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of El Cerrito Veterinary Care and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.


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