Licensed Veterinary Technician

Description

Join Our Team at West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center as our newest Licensed Veterinary Technician!

About Us :

At West Hills Animal Hospital & Emergency Center, we're a dedicated team committed to providing top-notch veterinary care to our beloved furry friends in West Hills and beyond.

From routine check-ups to emergency interventions, we strive for excellence in every aspect of our practice. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the lives of animals and the people who love them.

Why Work With Us?

• Dynamic Environment : Experience the excitement of working in a fast-paced General Practice (GP), Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and Emergency Room (ER) setting where every day brings new challenges and opportunities for growth.
• Cutting-Edge Medicine : Be at the forefront of veterinary medicine with access to state-of-the-art equipment and advanced treatment modalities.
• Supportive Team : Join a team of passionate professionals who collaborate, support, and inspire each other to achieve greatness.
• Community Impact : Make a positive impact on the lives of pets and their families in our community through compassionate care and outreach initiatives.
• Night & Weekend Shifts : We are actively seeking licensed technicians to help cover our night and weekend shifts. If you're looking for a flexible schedule with evening and weekend availability, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Here is What Your day May Consist of :

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties, all employees are expected to conform to the following

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Veterinary technicians provide high-quality medical care to all in-patient and adoption center animals as a senior veterinarian directs.

Here is What You Will Bring to the Position :

• Proficiency in proper animal restraint.
• Ability to draw blood and place catheters (jugular and femoral catheterization required).
• Experienced or educated in laboratory procedures such as proper blood and specimen handling, reading of fecal assays, and urinalysis.
• Familiar with radiographic technique and positioning.
• Administration of intravenous drugs and anesthetic agents, including understanding the basic mechanics of an anesthesia machine.
• Monitoring all patients and able to identify medical emergencies.
• Proficiency in aseptic technique, including cleaning, sterilizing, and packing surgical instruments, drapes, and gowns.
• Ability to assist in surgery at the discretion of the veterinary doctor.
• Client communication and education
• Basic understanding or the ability to learn veterinary software programs.
• NYS license required. Eligibility for licensing accepted.
• General knowledge of instruments and supplies.

The ideal candidate is skilled, organized, and caring and desires to be part of a growing veterinary referral practice that is a crucial component of a continuum of care that supports long-term relationships between companion animals and people.

Experience in emergency medicine and private practice preferred

Here is What We Will Offer You :

• Exceptional compensation
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement (in an accredited Veterinary Technology program)
• Retirement : 401(K) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Training and career development
• Paid license fees and dues
• Generous CE allowance
• Paid VTS specialization

Ready for your next Adventure to live your best Veterinary Lifestyle? Apply Today!!!

Innovetive Petcare owns and operates veterinary practices across the country. Our clinics benefit from our tools, resources, and a dedicated support team to help veterinary practices prosper and grow.

We run a successful business so our veterinarians can focus on providing exceptional patient care. We want our veterinarians and staff to enjoy a better work-life balance, a strong, supportive community, and ongoing training and career development.

At Innovetive Petcare, it all begins with an unparalleled team. From the veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers, and administrative staff at our clinics to the driven support team in our home office, our team is passionate about pet health.

We are a culture-first company, working to redefine the veterinary lifestyle to allow professionals to advance through their VetMed careers without burning out.

We don’t just talk about it; we live it!

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

Innovetive Petcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor.

All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.