Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

Rancho Sequoia Veterinary Hospital is seeking Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant

Please note: Prior veterinary hospital experience is required for this position. Please do not apply if you do not have experience.

Are you an experienced veterinary professional looking for a hospital where you can put your skills to work, continue learning, and be part of a supportive team?

Rancho Sequoia Veterinary Hospital is looking for a friendly, dependable, and experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

We are a busy veterinary hospital focused on providing high quality medicine while creating a positive experience for our patients, clients, and staff. We value teamwork, communication, reliability, and people who genuinely enjoy working with animals and their owners.

What You'll Do:

Assisting veterinarians with examinations and treatments
Safely handling and restraining dogs and cats
Drawing blood and collecting laboratory samples
Running in house diagnostic testing
Preparing and administering medications and vaccines under veterinarian direction
Taking and assisting with digital radiographs
Preparing patients for surgery and assisting with procedures
Monitoring anesthesia and patient vital signs
Providing post-operative and hospitalized patient care
Maintaining accurate medical records
Educating and communicating with clients
Helping keep treatment areas organized, stocked, and ready for patient care

Who We're Looking For:

We're looking for someone who already has hands on veterinary hospital experience and is comfortable working in a clinical environment.

Our ideal candidate is:

Experienced in veterinary patient care
Friendly and compassionate with clients and patients
Reliable and able to work well as part of a team
Comfortable in a busy hospital environment
Detail-oriented and able to communicate effectively
Interested in continuing to learn and develop their veterinary skills
Both part time and full time positions are available.

If you're looking for an opportunity to join a veterinary team where your experience is valued and you can make a difference for pets and their families every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to join the Rancho Sequoia Veterinary Hospital team!

Requirements:

Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant/Technician/Nurse required
Valid Veterinary Technician/Nurse certification, a plus (but not required)
Excellent technical skills, including venipuncture, anesthesia monitoring, and laboratory techniques
Strong knowledge of veterinary medicine and animal care
Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Flexible schedule
Passion for animals and dedication to providing exceptional care

Benefits:

Training & Development
Employee Pet Discount
Opportunity to grow and become an exempt employee with more benefits such as health insurance and paid time off and CE.

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