Swing Emergency Veterinary Technician - Berkeley Dog and Cat Hospital - PetVet Care Centers

Position Overview:

Here at Berkeley Dog & Cat Hospital, we have been providing our clients and their beloved pets with advanced and compassionate veterinary care since 1907. We are hard working individuals and are dedicated to providing the very best possible service and care to our patients. We strive to create an environment where our team members feel supported and valued, which in turn leads to exceptional patient care. We are seeking skilled and compassionate Emergency Veterinary Technicians to join our team and are seeking like minded individuals to fill the role and join our Emergency team.

Responsibilities:

• Assessing and triaging emergency cases
• Providing emergency treatments and stabilizing critical patients per DVM orders
• Assisting DVM during emergency procedures
• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed the DVM
• Monitoring vital signs and providing nursing care to patients
• Communicating with clients and providing updates on patients' conditions
• Maintaining accurate medical records and updating patient charts
• Assisting in sedated and anesthesia procedures as needed
• Assist DVM in basic restraint of patients during examinations, procedures, and treatments
• Maintain patient husbandry standards by cleaning and sanitizing kennels, cages, and equipment
• Assist with diagnostic procedures such as radiographs and laboratory tests
• Maintain accurate records of patient information and treatment plans
• Perform blood draw and IV catheter placement

Requirements

• Hold a valid CA RVT License 
• High school diploma required; Associates in Veterinary Science or Veterinary Technology preferred
• Must have a minimum of 2-3 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician
• Strong knowledge of veterinary medicine, emergency procedures, anesthesia, and pharmacology
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to multi-task and pay attention to detail
• Must be able to problem solve
• Must be able to work in a team as a positive team player

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• 401K
• CE Allowance
• Scrub Allowance
• License Reimbursement
• Generous Employee Pet Discount
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Benefits start 1st of the Month after first 30 days
• Ability to bring your pet to work!

  Expected schedule: Swing shifts: 3:00pm to 11:30pm/6:00pm to 2:30am - Monday to Thursday/Friday to Sunday

Additional Information:

The list of essential functions and additional functions, as outlined in this job description, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this position. The omission of any job function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a required assignment for the position.