Veterinary Technician

City: Fresno

State: California

Hospital Name: Waterhouse Animal Hospital

Job Type: Veterinary Technician

Experienced RVT – Full-Time

Our doctors and staff are focused on providing outstanding veterinary care while exceeding our clients’ expectations for service. We want to make taking great care of your pet as convenient and easy as possible!

We believe in educating every pet owner about the full range of treatment options available for their pet, from advanced procedures to appropriate treatment alternatives, so they can make informed decisions about their pet’s care.

Join Our Team!

We are looking for a friendly, upbeat, responsible, and experienced RVT to join our busy, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital. We pride ourselves on the exceptional service we provide our clients and the excellent care their pets receive.

We attribute our success to our wonderful team members. Our staff is caring, respectful, intelligent, kind, and hardworking. We work together to provide the highest level of care and keep our hospital one of the best in the area.

We are currently accepting applications for an experienced RVT for a full-time position. Weekend availability is required.

We are looking for an RVT who is enthusiastic, dependable, friendly, and has a great attitude. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in providing excellent patient care, and is a team player who is willing to help wherever needed.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting doctors with appointments and procedures
• Filling prescriptions and preparing medications
• Phlebotomy and IV catheter placement
• Dental prophylaxis and dental radiographs
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Patient treatments and monitoring
• Maintaining the treatment room and medical equipment
• Proper animal handling and restraint
• Providing compassionate and professional client service
• Working collaboratively with doctors and the entire hospital team

Qualifications

• Current RVT license
• Previous veterinary technician experience
• Strong knowledge of veterinary terminology and animal physiology
• Proficiency in animal handling, restraint, and catheterization techniques
• Knowledge of animal anatomy and patient care
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring
• Familiarity with dental terminology and procedures
• Understanding of veterinary critical care
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced veterinary hospital
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Weekend availability is required

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

$18-$28 Hourly depending on experience

• Paid vacation
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Employee pet benefits
• Continuing education benefits
• Paid time off to attend approved seminars and educational opportunities

If you are an experienced RVT who is passionate about veterinary medicine, enjoys working with people and animals, and wants to be part of a hardworking and supportive team, we would love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Required)