RVT/ Experienced Technician needed in Walnut, CA - Curo Pet Care

Position: Registered Veterinary Technician

Full time- Exempt

Our Hospital:

The Animal Hospital of Walnut, is growing and will be relocating to a beautiful, brand new state of the art facility in March of 2025. Locally owned, this modern facility will provide best in class care for patients. We are looking for a dynamic and talented individual inspired to contribute to our continued success.

Should you allow yourself to consider this unique opportunity, you’ll witness how providing compassionate care, exceptional customer service, and high quality medicine can be achieved while receiving a phenomenal team member experience, as our core values of Quality, Integrity, Compassion and Service are central to everything we do.

Clinic Hours: Monday - Saturday 8am-6pm CLOSED on Sundays.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Customer Service

  • Facilitate communications (phone, text, email and in-person) and cultivate positive client experiences

  • Interact with veterinary professionals and escalate complex communications when appropriate

  • Facilitate and manage appointment and surgical schedules

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records (including client communications)

• Technology Focus

  • Fielding and managing multi-line phone systems

  • Fielding and responding to electronic communications

  • Utilize cloud-based software application (EzyVet)

• Patient Care

  • Safe and reliable restraint

  • Advanced mathematics

  • Support appointment related activities as needed (i.e. obtaining histories, TPRs / weights, assisting with medical records)

  • Perform standard appointment procedures (i.e. vaccinations, nail trims, ear cleanings, etc.)

  • Complete hospital admissions (i.e. verifying consent forms, patient information, medications, and fasting status)

  • Perform routine technical procedures including but not limited to venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and fluid therapy administration (including calculation of rates of flow)

  • Induce, maintain and monitor patients under sedation and general anesthesia

  • Perform therapeutic procedures and complete diagnostics (including laboratory and radiology imaging studies)

  • Assist with surgical and dental procedures as directed

• Equipment

  • Perform routine maintenance (as needed) to ensure equipment is in working order

  • Clean and care for surgical instruments (including wrapping packs and managing the autoclave cycles)

  • Assist with inventory management (as directed)

• Facilities

  • Maintain a clean and inviting environment, adhering to OSHA requirements

  • Comply with and complete requirements related to the administration and management of controlled substances, ensuring DEA compliance

• Training

  • Participate in the development and training of other technicians and veterinary assistants (under the direction of the PM and Medical Director)

  • Participate in annual compliance training programs, including radiation safety

Compensation & Benefits:

• Starting wage 20$/hr. Final wage based on candidate experience

• CE / Discretionary allowance

• Paid time off

• Pet discounts

• 401(k)

• Medical benefits - Employer contributed premiums

• Dental / Vision benefits available

• Scrub allowance

Success in this Role:

• 2+ years of veterinary experience

• 4+ years of customer service experience

• Associate or bachelors degree preferred

• VT certification (required, or can be reinstated within the first ninety days)

• A strong passion for helping others

• High emotional intelligence and effective communication skills, especially in receiving and responding to feedback

• Proficiency with conflict resolution and being solution oriented

• Ability to communicate confidently and compassionately with veterinary professionals across different roles

• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize tasks efficiently

• Strong personal accountability, reliability, attention to detail, and commitment to following through on responsibilities

• Proficiency with technology, iOS and EzyVet specifically