Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

To qualify for this position, you must pass a drug test and background check. Job Description: Perform medical tasks as assigned by attending veterinarians. Responsible for providing medical care of all hospitalized patients for both large and small animals. Administer AM and PM treatments to animals (both large and small) by use of IV, SQ, IM, PO at proper dosages.

Take TPRs and monitor all vital signs including heart rate, respiratory rate, MM color, CRT, BM, urinations. Monitor IV flow rates. Perform dental prophylaxis by ultrasonic scaler and hand scaling. Measure, position and appropriately set radiographic equipment for x-rays of all areas of the body. operate and interpret various forms of laboratory tests using computerized as well as microscopic equipment.

Perform venipuncture for IV catherization and blood extraction as well as IV injections. Answer phones and respond to medical questions from clients. Restrain and/or hold as well as lift animals to assist doctors or other staff members in medical treatments and procedures for both small and large animals Calculate drug dosages as directed by attending veterinarian.

Apply wraps and bandages to both large and small animals. Acceptable candidates will possess the following qualities: At least 1 year of experience working in veterinary related position. TEAM PLAYER - enjoys working with others. RELIABLE- understands that all employees are required and expected to arrive to all schedule shifts on time.

Thrives at working in a fast-paced environment. Works well under pressure. Enjoys working with animals. Able to use a computer and understand how to use an electronic medical record system. Must be willing to work at both, Angels Camp and Murphys locations. Angels Camp Veterinary Hospital offers a generous benefits package to qualifying employees, including health, dental, vision and life insurance, a retirement plan and employee discount applicable to products and services offered throughout our hospital.

Salary $17 - $30 per hour