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- Set an example of courtesy and professionalism in working with clients and coworkers.
- Assist and follow the directions of lead technicians, management and doctors.
- Perform simple treatments as directed.
- Reliably perform treatments. Ensure that treatments are kept up to date.
- Handle all animals with both caution and compassion.
- Prepare patients for surgery.
- Keep all areas, including reception, exam rooms, treatment sinks, floors, cages, etc. clean at all times.
- Assist with some reception work when needed.
- Complete training and continuing education assignments on schedule
- Required shifts may be scheduled on nights, weekends, and holidays. You may be required to work beyond regularly scheduled shifts at times due to an unexpectedly heavy emergency caseload.
Overnight Veterinary Technician - Chula Vista, United States - Pet Emergency & Specialty Center
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Position at Pet Emergency & Specialty Center - South County
Overnight Veterinary Technician
Pet Emergency & Specialty Center of South County is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our amazing team
The Veterinary Technician performs a vital role in our practice, promoting efficient hospital operation and provision of excellent patient care. Job responsibilities and technical skills include, the following.
Role Responsibilities:
* Previous veterinary technician experience 1-3 years.
* RVT license and emergency preferred.
* Ability to multi-task and work well with others.
* Safely restrain patients.
* Monitor anesthesia and anesthetic recovery.
* Perform basic lab work.
* Assist in taking and developing X-rays under the supervision of a senior technician.
* Give intravenous injections and IV fluids.
* Place peripheral IV catheters.
* ICU nursing.
* Be capable of working on your feet for extended periods of time.
* Monitor patients in surgery using proper anesthetic techniques
Our team enjoys working together and we have a positive, professional and upbeat working environment.
We have a progressive benefits package for full-time team members including:
-Health Insurance
-Vision and Dental Insurance
-401k with employer contribution
-PTO
-Annual CE credits
-Personal pet discounts, plus more
Hourly Wage: $19-$29/hour depending on experience and skillset.
Schedule: Full time - Must have a weekend day availability. Ability to work overnight and swing shifts is a plus.