Registered Veterinary Technician - Part-Time

Description San Diego Pet Hospital is looking for a part-time Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community in Lemon Grove, CA! Position Summary A certified veterinary technician directly handles inpatient and outpatient care, working hand-in-hand with veterinaries. The technician may assist in exam rooms by taking patients’ history, vital signs and weight; preparing vaccines; collecting samples and running diagnostic tests; providing client educations; and assisting with animal restraint. Technicians also may see their own appointments for procedures such as suture removal, nail trim, vaccine administration when a doctor exam is not required, long -term medication monitoring testing, surgery admission and discharge and boarding check-in exams. Technicians directly impact doctors’ productivity, client service, and patient care. Reports to Technician Supervisor, Office Manager and all Doctors Job Duties Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgeryPerform in-hospital lab testing and prepare specimens for outside labsAssist veterinarians with patient exams by taking histories if needed, vital signs and weighs as well as providing client educationProvide nursing care for in-hospital patients Discharge hospitalized patients Lab Responsible for in-hospital lab testing such as pre-anesthetic test, senior screens, complete blood count, heartworm test, felv/fiv test, cytology etc.Collect and prepare samplesReport diagnostic testing results to veterinariansMaintain quality controls and record keeping on in- house lab equipmentKeep lab area cleanComplete proper sample preparation and paperwork for outside diagnostic lab tests Treatment Assist veterinarians with daily treatmentsMonitor intensive care patientsProvide nursing careTake and process x-raysUse and maintain IV pumps Surgery Admit patient scheduled for surgery and dentistryKeep surgical materials stockedPrepare gown and surgical packsCheck oxygen lines and waste gas scavenger systemPrepare surgery suitePrepare instruments and knowledge of type of surgical instruments required for specific surgeriesAssist veterinarians with patient restraintAssist veterinarians with induction/intubation or perform induction/intubationSurgical preparation of patientMonitor anesthesia closely with monitoring equipmentHelp maintain anesthesia machineAssist veterinarian performing surgeryMonitor patients waking up from anesthesia; assist with treatment if patient has reaction to anesthesiaClean surgery site and surgical instruments after each procedure following hospital sterilization protocolsKeep accurate anesthesia/surgical medical recordsEnsure hospital patients go home well-groomed and in an appropriate medical state Dentistry Clean, scale and polish teeth using dental equipment and hand instrumentsRecord dental problems in medical records and report them to veterinarians for instructionsTake before-and-after digital photos for client handoutsTake and process dental x-raysAssist with or preform extractions as trained Medical Records Document all treatments, vital, notes and patient updates in Vetspire Ensure all charges and entered accuratelyLog controlled drugs and ensure appropriate tracking in compliance with regulations (if applicable) House keeping Maintain cleanliness of surgery suite, treatment area and exam rooms for all surfaces including lights, tables, cabinets, walls and floorsMaintain equipment cleanliness and longevity by vacuuming or removing hair from keyboards, wheels and equipmentSweep or vacuum and mop treatment area, lab/pharmacy, dogs runs, cat wardKeep food and drinks out of treatment area and surgery suiteDiscard syringes in proper containersEmpty trashClean and sanitize food/water bowlsClean cages and bedding for patientsOrganize radiology gowns, gloves, badgesScrub and polish sinksWipe down walls and baseboardsClean cagesDo laundry Safety Follow OSHA requirementsFollow practices’ health and safety protocolsMaintain Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Administrative Be proficient in using our veterinary softwareSend out x-ray badges monthly if neededAssist CSR when needed with phones calls and emailsAttend staff and department meeting Your Experience & Skills Minimum 2 years of clinical veterinary experience as a Veterinary Technician (direct patient care) CVT/RVT/LVT (active and current) preferred Superior/advanced technical skills Has 2 years of supervisory experience (in a veterinary clinic setting) Has strong anesthesia skills (Able to obtain Blood pressure, ECG, Sp02, and ETC02 and integrate clinical signs with disease processes to assist doctors in early and appropriate intervention of patient care) Possesses a positive work attitude Self-motivated Excellent leadership, communication and organization skills You’ll Grow with Us Skills Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through: Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses - ThriveU Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital And, with so many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic that is deeply rooted within its community and bolstered by the resources of Thrive Pet Healthcare. Benefits – Our Care In Action Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members: Competitive pay 401(k) with employer match Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health Paid parental leave Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet Subsidized backup childcare and elder care Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning FREE CE courses Pet perks and veterinary service discounts Student loan support tools and assistanceSome benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements. About Thrive Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, Thrive Plus membership, HereFurYou Helpline, online booking, and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com. We welcome you to join our story and join where #WeThriveTogether. Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with a hourly pay rate starting at $25 - $30 / hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.