VCA Animal Hospitals·Carlsbad, California
The RVT will support the veterinary team by monitoring anesthesia, performing venipuncture, and providing critical care to patients. They are also responsible for delivering an outstanding client experience to build trust with pet owners.
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts, and more! Why We Want You! As a member of the VCA team, you will support Technician and Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. You’ve worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT), and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Anesthesia monitoring/recovery Full Technician Skill Utilization Venipuncture / IVC placement Monitoring and caring for critical patients Participate in CPR Calculate drug doses Working collaboratively with team members of all hospital services Providing compassionate care for all patients Apply today! If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
Candidates must hold professional credentials such as CVT, RVT, or LVT. The role requires proficiency in anesthesia, emergency procedures, and collaborative teamwork within a specialty veterinary environment.
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