registered veterinary technician (RVT)

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) White Oaks Animal hospital is seeking , dependable Registered Veterinary Technician to join our small-animal veterinary team. We are looking for someone with genuine clinical veterinary experience who is comfortable working in a busy practice and can contribute confidently to patient care, surgery, anesthesia, laboratory work and client communication. Required Qualifications · Graduate of an accredited Veterinary Technician/Technology program · Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in good standing, or eligible for registration · Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in a small-animal veterinary clinic preferred · Comfortable handling and restraining dogs and cats of different sizes and temperaments · Strong communication, organization and record-keeping skills · Ability to work efficiently in a busy clinical environment · Reliable attendance and punctuality · Ability to work the advertised schedule, including Saturdays/evenings Clinical Responsibilities The successful candidate should be comfortable performing or assisting with duties including: · Patient restraint and handling · Venipuncture and blood collection · IV catheter placement · Preparing and administering medications as directed by the veterinarian · Anesthesia preparation and monitoring · Intubation and perioperative patient monitoring · Surgical patient preparation and recovery · Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography where appropriate · Digital radiography · Collection and processing of laboratory samples · Urinalysis, fecal testing and basic in-house laboratory procedures · Preparing samples for outside laboratories · Inpatient nursing and treatment · Wound and bandage care · Maintaining accurate medical records · Assisting veterinarians during examinations and procedures · Client education regarding veterinarian-directed treatment plans, medications and preventive care · Cleaning, disinfection and maintenance of clinical equipment and treatment areas · Inventory and stocking as required Experience with AVImark or another veterinary practice-management system is an asset. What We Are Looking For Technical skills are important, but so are reliability and attitude. Our ideal candidate: · Takes initiative rather than waiting to be told every task · Notices when patients, rooms or team members need assistance · Communicates respectfully with clients and coworkers · Remains calm when the clinic becomes busy · Understands the importance of accurate medical records · Is comfortable asking questions when unsure · Treats patients gently and safely · Helps maintain a clean and organized hospital · Is interested in staying and growing with the practice Position Details Employment type: Full-time or Part-time Compensation: $22-25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications · Application Please submit an up-to-date resume clearly showing your veterinary education and hands-on veterinary clinic experience. Only applicants whose qualifications reasonably match the requirements of the position will be contacted for an interview. Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour Work Location: In person