About us
Companion Animal Wellness Center is a privately owned Veterinary growing practice that offers a unique and positive veterinary environment, encouraging team collaboration, individual positive growth, and exceptional patient care. We are a fully integrative veterinary facility offering conventional western medicine, traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture, VOM (veterinary chiropractic).
Conveniently located off of the 78 freeway, close to Carlsbad, Oceanside, Vista, La Costa, Encinitas, Companion Animal Wellness Center is an easy commute from most of San Diego County and South Orange County.
The successful candidate will work directly with the veterinarian and support staff, collaborating on projects that are vital to the success of our practice. At our practice, candidates can count on the opportunity to build a strong professional network in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about animals and have the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.
We embrace gentle handling, fear-free, and feline friendly techniques with all of our patients. Questions and feedback are encouraged with all staff members, including to doctors and management, to help grow a positive and supportive work environment.
Job Title:
Registered Veterinary Technician
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team. As an RVT, you will play a crucial role in assisting veterinarians and leading the support staff in providing high-quality and compassionate care to animals. This position offers a unique opportunity for individuals passionate about animal health by utilizing conventional and integrative medicine techniques to improve our patients' lives. The ideal candidate will be open to learning and teaching new techniques to help enhance our passion for the best care we can provide to our patients.
Responsibilities:
- Induce anesthesia for dental and surgical procedures
- Accurately calculate and administer medications for anesthetic or sedated procedures in multiple species
- Handle animals safely and compassionately
- Facilitate patient care based on Veterinarian instruction
- Maintain accurate records of patient information and treatment plans
- Conduct laboratory tests and analyze results
- Provide support in veterinary critical care situations
- Recognize and identify abnormalities in patient vital sign parameters
- Be able to utilize critical thinking and analytical skills to troubleshoot and address urgent situations.
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and other medical procedures
Experience:
- Previous experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician is preferred
- Current California Registered Veterinary Technician license (CaRVT) in good standing is required
- Proficiency in gentle handling and Fear Free techniques
- Familiarity with laboratory procedures
- Previous medical experience for exotic species, a plus
- Accurately filling medications
Skills:
- Strong understanding of veterinary technician duties
- Ability to effectively triage critical and urgent situations
- Proficiency in dental terminology for veterinary procedures
- Knowledge of veterinary critical care practice
- Venipuncture (lab collection, IVC placement)
- Identify drug interactions and knowledge of pharmacokinetics
- Medical math
- Proficiency in sterile technique and prep
- Effective multi-tasking
- Understanding of microbiology
Join our team as a Veterinary Technician and make a difference in the lives of animals every day. Apply now to be part of our compassionate and dedicated veterinary care team.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
Healthcare setting:
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4x10
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
Experience:
- Veterinary experience: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- California RVT License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Carlsbad, CA 92008 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Carlsbad, CA 92008: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person