Registered Veterinary Technician - RVT

Why You’ll Love this Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Role!

Ready to build a meaningful career centered on your passion for animals? As a Registered Veterinary Technician at Broadview Animal & Bird Hospital, an EverVet Partner, you’ll be welcomed into a team that shares your commitment to top-tier animal care.

Here, you’ll be valued as an essential part of our practice, empowering our veterinarians to provide the highest standard of service and care.

In this role, you’ll have the unique opportunity to :

• Play a Hands-On Role in Medical & Surgical Care Directly assist veterinarians with surgeries and medical procedures, gaining hands-on experience and developing new skills.
• Independently Lead Appointments Take charge of select client appointments and provide pet owners with guidance and care recommendations, offering autonomy and responsibility.
• Collaborate with a Passionate Team Join a community that values teamwork, where your contributions make a difference for both pets and their families every day.

Compensation & Benefits :

• Competitive Pay : $20 - $23 / hour
• Comprehensive Benefits Package : PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with Employer Match, and more
• Professional Development : Full tuition coverage for Penn Foster's veterinary technician program, on-demand pay options, and exclusive training programs
• Employee Well-being Support : 24 / 7 Employee Assistance, bereavement leave, and discounted veterinary care

This is your chance to advance your career in a supportive and engaging environment dedicated to animal health and welfare.

Apply today for the Registered Veterinary Technician position at Broadview Animal & Bird Hospital and make a lasting impact in the veterinary field!

Responsibilities

• Restrain / hold animals of several species for examination and treatments
• Assist in treatment of patients in concert with a doctor
• Get weights on all patients prior to examination
• Use our radiology software for medical records and submission of studies for review
• Take digital photos of procedures / relevant lesions and save to patients' medical records
• Run in-house laboratory specimens and record results in patient medical records
• Prepare laboratory forms / specimens for out-of-office laboratories (Antech and others)
• Import laboratory and radiographic data into patient medical records
• Manage and oversee medical treatments (including collecting laboratory samples, administering SQ fluids, placing IV and urinary catheters, expressing anal sac, etc.)
• Administer and oversee anesthesia, surgical and dental treatments under the direction of the Veterinarian
• Take high quality digital radiographs
• Complete all relevant medical records entries for patients
• Ensure that all patients are comfortable, fed, watered and clean
• Bathe animals as necessary (both therapeutic and general)
• Keep accurately and timely logs for controlled drugs
• Setup medications / fill prescriptions when needed
• Help monitor inventory, rotation and expiration dates and report needs as requested
• Assist in stocking exam rooms / treatment / surgery / radiology rooms as necessary
• Assist in ordering of food / supplies / medications as requested
• Assist in maintenance of areas both inside and outside of hospital (floors, walks, parking, runs, etc.)

Required Skills

• High School Diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent
• Associate’s degree in a related field preferred
• Veterinary Assistant Certification preferred
• At least one to two years’ experience preferred
• Experience handling a variety of animals
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Basic math and writing skills
• Ability to express compassion
• Advanced understanding of diseases / medications / anesthesia
• Understanding of vaccinations, basic laboratory tests, common diseases and pet behavior
• Knowledge of computer software (Infinity and Office programs)
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