Description

Join our incredible team at Palm Desert Pet Hospital as the next great step in your career. We are looking to add a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to our team.

*The pay rate for this position is $25.00-$28.00 per hour, depending on experience, education, licensure, and certifications.

Location: 41990 Cook St B201, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Palm Desert Pet Hospital aims to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our awesome staff!!

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California, license must be active and in good standing.
• 3+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting

• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
• Passion for working with animals and their owners
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint, Fear Free preferred
• Understand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills
• Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories
• Perform basic exam procedures
• Skilled in venipuncture and Intravenous (IV) catheter placement (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)
• Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning
• Perform complete dental procedures, including digital x-rays, scaling, polishing, charting, and extractions (simple, complex, gingival flaps)
• Comfortable with general anesthesia and surgical assisting (induction, intubation, monitoring, aseptic technique)
• Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); in-house laboratory equipment
• Ability to utilize ultrasound to obtain diagnostic images and urine samples preferred
• Excellent client communication/education
• Ability to perform Technician appointments independently, including accurate medical record documentation

Learn more about us at: palmdesertvets.com or: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business

What Makes Us Different

• Referral program - join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!

• Career development and advancement opportunities.

• CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!

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At AmeriVet, we're committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here's what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.