Find & Apply For Veterinary Technician / Technologist Jobs in Vista, California

RVT, VTS or Skilled Veterinary AssistantPay Range:

$24-$45/hr Freddies Place Animal Hospital currently has a location in Vista, Ca Overnight Veterinary Technician

WHO WE ARE

Our vision matches the playful spirit and determination of the owner's beloved little therapy dog. At the center of everything we do is the memory and dedication to their beloved Freddie. A little dog who loved to play with his red ball, he loved everyone, and carried an endless supply of empathy and compassion. Our motto "Keep the Ball Rolling" is a callback to Freddie's favorite red ball. It reminds us to always give our best, always with compassion and care for those who choose to trust us when they need help the most. That is the legacy and hope that created Freddie's Place.

If you're looking to keep your career ball rolling, look no further than Freddie's Place Animal Hospital. We are different by design. Family owned and operated, Freddie's Place is a hybrid: Urgent Care & General Practice Veterinary Hospital that services the North County area of San Diego, in Vista and soon to open in Oceanside.

CULTURE AT FREDDIE'S PLACE

Our culture is forever evolving so that we can ensure that our hospital is the best place to be. We are also open to direct feedback from our staff to find innovative ways to be ever changing and continue to grow our hospital, leadership and team members. We look out for you to grow your skill set, helping you learn and setting up appropriate mentorship & CE events to support you through your career with us.

We work as a team: We are knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about a better veterinary experience. We jump at the opportunity to help one another and seek out opportunities to team up on tasks. We're all in this together-our team, pet owners, and the animal-and our success as a team hinges on all of us doing our best.

FOCUS:

This role promotes learning, growth as an RVT or Skilled Veterinary Assistant , providing opportunities for advancement towards RVT, leadership, coordination of care, and participating in the mentorship of fellow team members. Our technicians function using critical thinking, and leadership to carry out quality patient treatment care in collaboration with our veterinary team.

We communicate clearly: We speak up, we do what we say, and we're transparent and honest. We value clear, simple communication. Every team member is empowered to try new things and own their decision-making.

WHO WE NEED

You're passionate, motivated & value learning Are okay with working on your own Strong patient care skillset A team player that is honest and respectful to your peers You're comfortable adapting to new scenarios, willing to learn new techniques, & think outside of the box Excellent interpersonal capabilities across a diverse group Pitch in wherever you are needed with a positive attitude Demonstrate the ability to accomplish assigned tasks for all areas involved Know when to ask for assistance Display excellent communication skills to your peers, customers & team

WHAT YOU NEED

Credentialed as a veterinary technician strongly preferred or 2+ years of experience specifically in general practice, Urgent Care, or ERCC. Strong patient care skills Basic computer skills, medical record keeping Strong skills in anesthesia, diagnostics, lab work, and patient monitoring Provide information in person & over the phone communicating clearly, appropriately & professionally Ability to stand for prolonged hours, kneel, work on the floor as well as ability to lift up to 25kg on own and able to support up to 50 kg with assistance. Patient triage and nursing care of hospitalized INC patients Blood draws, catheter placement, lab diagnostics, and imaging

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO

Treat patients, customers with the highest level of compassion, respect and care Perform nursing care tasks such as placing and/or maintaining urinary catheters, nasogastric tubes, etc Collect samples and perform diagnostic tests including in-house & point of care tests & diagnostic imaging Be trained to properly perform all aspects of CPR as a RECOVER Certified Rescuer Participate in giving and receiving patient rounds to ensure continuity of care Contribute as a team member to incoming outpatient care and ongoing inpatient care Set-Up, monitor, and administer IVF therapy including CRI Administer

SQF, IM, IV

injections & understand potential adverse effects of medications Use understanding of common diseases and conditions, physical assessment & monitoring parameters to accurately triage incoming patients Perform basic to intermediate nursing care tasks, patient monitoring, and treatments Coach & guide veterinary assistants and fellow technicians to perform clinical tasks to maintain standards of care and encourage growth. Collaborate & share knowledge w/ team to ensure optimal patient care Aid in managing patient care workload to ensure the patients are receiving uncompromised care Obtain additional training along guided growth pathways offering roles in addition to direct nursing care, mentorship role, community outreach, and leadership Conduct treatments using clinical decision-making skills according to protocol/SOP's Administer, monitor and maintain patients under general anesthesia with or without mechanical ventilation for patients with carried levels of

ASA. BENEFITS

Industry leading compensation Something new every day, you will never be bored Growth potential Generous employee pet discount Fun hospital events and contests Leadership opportunities Career development programs Paid vacation & sick time Fully stocked kitchen 4, 10hr shifts or 3, 12 hour shifts

Pay:

$24.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance License reimbursement Life insurance Paid parental leave Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person