Veterinary Technician - RVT - Polk Animal Hospital
San Francisco, CA 94109
About the Job
How would you like to work at a brand-new facility and have early access to the fastest-growing veterinary hospital in San Francisco? Join the Polk Street Animal Hospital family!
Polk Street Animal Hospital (PSAH) is located in the bustling Polk Gulch neighborhood on Polk St. between Washington and Jackson St. There is a high demand for veterinary care in the surrounding neighborhoods, and our team strives to fulfill this demand with the highest quality of care.
We're seeking Technicians (R.V.T.) with a passion for veterinary medicine, excellent client care, and the ambition to become an intricate part of our healthcare team.
The ideal candidate is proficient in the following areas:
Dog and Cat restraint
I.V catheter placement
Venipuncture (jugular, cephalic, medial/lateral saphenous)
Running in-house IDEXX lab work
Radiography
Familiarity with veterinary pharmacology
Calculating medication doses
Administering medications via all routes
Inducing Anesthesia (R.V.T.)
Intubating (R.V.T.)
Surgical monitoring
Client communication and education (excellent written and verbal skills)
Knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to decipher medical records
We offer excellent benefits and highly competitive hourly compensation based on experience and skill level and an excellent benefits package that includes:
Benefit Options:
Insurance:
Medical Insurance (Aetna or Kaiser)
Dental Insurance (MetLife PPO)
Vision Insurance (EyeMed)
Tax-Advantage Accounts:
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Dependent Care Account
Financial & Retirement Planning:
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Income Protection Benefits:
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurence
Hospital Indemnity Plan
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Short-Term and Lon-Term Disability
Legal Assistance Plan
Employee Assistance Program:
Counseling/Therapy Benefit
Expert Consultations (Legal Services, Financial Services, Daily Life Assistance, and Identity Theft Resolution)
Employee Perks:
Employee Referral Bonuses
Paid Continuing Education
Quarterly Bonuses
Employee Discount on services and products
Technician Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Holidays and Paid Sick Time
If you're a self-motivated, enthusiastic team player and would like to be part of an organization driven to be a leader in San Francisco veterinary care, we look forward to having you join our team!!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at The Castro Animal Hospital. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
Compensation: $25 - $40 / hour
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