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Driven, collaborative team player eager to work in a progressive environment. A shared commitment to our guiding principles of quality, integrity, compassion and exceptional service. More about ACCESS Pasadena Nestled in the heart of the San Gabriel Valley and serving the greater Los Angeles area, ACCESS Pasadena provides advanced veterinary services for both referring veterinarians and pet owners.
Being privately owned means we can avoid unnecessary bureaucracy and focus on providing exceptional care for our patients and their owners. We've built a culture that combines the close-knit feel of a smaller practice with the benefits of a larger, specialized hospital with cutting edge technology and talented professionals. What truly makes ACCESS Pasadena special is our people. From our amazing board-certified specialists and emergency-trained doctors to our skilled veterinary technicians, supportive medical staff, and the friendly faces of our client care and administrative team, every member plays an essential role in creating a professional, modern, and welcoming environment. We're more than just a workplace
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ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital - Pasadena
Veterinary Technician / RVT - Surgery Specialty
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What they do
A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.
$48,331 / year median in California
+27% projected growth
Job Description
Location:
ACCESS Pasadena Schedule:
Wed-Sat 8am-6:30pm Pay range: $25- 38 / hr (dependent upon experience and skills assessment)
- Additional weekend and evening differentials
- Overnight on-call shifts with bonuses regardless of call-in!
Technician Growth :
We care about setting our team up for long term success with our structured onboarding and Level Up program, led by Technician Trainers and Department Leads. This ensures that you are support ed and get paid for the things you learn, increasing your skills and earning potential with each Level achieved. Support for pursuing your VTS is also provided with 3 VTS (with more up and coming!) already working across our ACCESS specialty teams. What you'll do:Quality Patient Care:
Go beyond basic vitals; think critically to evaluate patient trends, understand normal/abnormal parameters, and proactively care for your patients.Anesthesia & Analgesia:
Confidently calculate medical dosages, manage CRIs and dilutions for various anesthetic protocols based on ASA status I-V. Confidently utilize surgical ventilators, alert doctors and adjust protocols for patient decompensation when needed for patients under anesthesia.Surgical Assisting:
Assist with pre, peri and post op preparation and patient care. Maintain strict sterile fields and anticipate the needs of the attending surgeon during advanced soft-tissue and orthopedic procedures.Diagnostics & Imaging:
Perform advanced radiographic positioning (with an emphasis on orthopedic studies), in house labwork, and run anesthesia for CT/MRI operations.Collaboration and Compassionate Service:
Obtain detailed medical histories, perform safe patient restraint, and deliver comprehensive, detailed patient rounds for collaborative care during shift hand-offs to ensure continuity of quality care. What we're looking for: Current Registered Veterinary Technician with 3+ years of experience. VTS or interest in pursuing higher certifications in surgery, anesthesia or analgesia a plus. Strong to advanced knowledge and experience around veterinary anesthetic protocols, medical math and pharmacology.Driven, collaborative team player eager to work in a progressive environment. A shared commitment to our guiding principles of quality, integrity, compassion and exceptional service. More about ACCESS Pasadena Nestled in the heart of the San Gabriel Valley and serving the greater Los Angeles area, ACCESS Pasadena provides advanced veterinary services for both referring veterinarians and pet owners.
Being privately owned means we can avoid unnecessary bureaucracy and focus on providing exceptional care for our patients and their owners. We've built a culture that combines the close-knit feel of a smaller practice with the benefits of a larger, specialized hospital with cutting edge technology and talented professionals. What truly makes ACCESS Pasadena special is our people. From our amazing board-certified specialists and emergency-trained doctors to our skilled veterinary technicians, supportive medical staff, and the friendly faces of our client care and administrative team, every member plays an essential role in creating a professional, modern, and welcoming environment. We're more than just a workplace
- we're a team driven by a shared passion for healing animals and making a difference.
- or even if you're worried about those first-day jitters
- when you join us, you'll feel welcome from day one. If you're looking for a place where you can feel valued, grow, and contribute to meaningful work every day, ACCESS Specialty Animal Hospital
- Pasadena is the place for you.
Discover more about us at:
https://accessvetspasadena.com/Pay:
$25.00- $38.