Per Diem Veterinary Technician - Medical/Radiation Oncology

Veterinary Specialty Hospital (VSH) is looking for a Per Diem Veterinary Technician to join our Oncology teams.

About Veterinary Specialty Hospital:  At VSH our mission is to advance the veterinary profession through our leadership in medicine, education, business and promotion of the human-animal bond. We strive to bring together caring, warm and intelligent people who love to serve and help and are among the best in their field. 

About the Job:  As a Vet Tech in our Oncology departments you will be responsible for:

• Overseeing appointments and managing clients throughout their visit.
• Participating with DVM's in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Obtaining and processing laboratory samples such as blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates.
• Utilizing different modalities of imaging for patient and procedural assessment.
• Executing, monitoring, and recovering all assigned sedation and anesthetic events.
• Providing empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients being a strong patient advocate during the patient's hospitalization.
• Maintaining all equipment on a per-use basis ensuring the safety and best practice care of all patients
• Advanced knowledge along with preparation and administration of various chemotherapeutic agents
• Providing extensive client communication and education on various oncology disease processes.

Schedule: Part Time

About You:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a veterinary hospital setting required. Recent graduates with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Technology will be considered.
• Comprehensive understand and experience with anesthetic monitoring is required
• Proficiency in processing basic laboratory specimens and working knowledge of radiographic techniques is required
• RVT, or VTS preferred
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required.
• Positive outlook and ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected.
• Current CA RVT license or VACSP required
  Must be able to work a MINIMUM of 20 hours per month 
• Must be available to work at least 1-2 holidays or company events per year

Benefits of Working at VSH:

• Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set
• VetBloom access: Race approved continuing education, training and curriculum library
• Opportunities for growth and advancement  
• 75% Employee Pet discount
• Ability to participate in 401K
• Annual uniform allowance

Wages:

* Non-Credentialed VACSP only:  $18 - $23/hr

* Credentialed technicians  $25-35/hr
* VTS technicians  $31-40/hr

We look forward to receiving your application and introducing you to Veterinary Specialty Hospital-Sorrento Valley!!
 

NVA Compassion-First is now Ethos Veterinary Health

We are excited to announce Ethos Veterinary Health as our new name. Ethos is the new, industry-leading community of legacy Ethos Veterinary Health, Compassion-First Pet Hospitals, SAGE Veterinary Centers, and legacy NVA Specialty and Emergency hospitals. This powerful new community brings together a dynamic network of ~145 hospitals, an unmatched team of experts, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering commitment to the advancement of the animal health profession and better patient outcomes.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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