Veterinary Technician or Assistant

Abbey Pet Hospital is a privately-owned practice with a professional but laid-back environment that supports and encourages you to be who you are. If you want to work with a team that values your opinions, addresses your concerns, and implements/adjusts policies based on staff feedback -- Hit the Apply button, we want to meet you!

The Place: APH is a vibrant small animal practice in El Cerrito that continues to grow. We have a great group of talented, diverse individuals and are looking to build upon that.

*CLOSED SUNDAYS*

We are currently looking for :

ONE Full-Time Veterinary Technician / Assistant / RVT

Experience REQUIRED – See novel below.

The Position: Must have the knowledge and ability to safely care for patients from start to finish, along with the confidence to support clients from intake to discharge and beyond.

• Alternate work week schedule (four, 10-hr shifts) option for full-time positions.
• Full-time employees are also offered a competitive benefits package, including: paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, medical/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, retirement plan with employer match, uniform allotment, multiple hospital-provided lunches throughout the year, and generous pet care discounts. In addition, we have a bi-weekly pay schedule, annual performance reviews with pay raises commensurate with employee growth, and encouraged continued education allotment.

Requirements including, but not limited to:

• Closing, alternating weekend (Saturday) and/or holiday shifts will be required.
• Positive, kind, compassionate, courteous, and accountable team player.
• Able to balance working with minimal supervision and identifying own limitations. Do not be afraid to ask for help.
• Willing to jump in and assist other team members as needed.
• Attendance at quarterly staff meetings to maintain team building and growth.

Responsibilities:

• Technical knowledge and practice resulting in accurate, safe and appropriate: patient handling, phlebotomy, IV/IM/SQ injection administration, radiograph positioning and execution, IV catheter placement, sample preparation, medication administration, prescription fulfillment, and various other tasks.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with colleagues (veterinarians, fellow techs, kennel attendants, and CSRs) and clients to ensure that patients receive the care they need.
• Friendly and flexible in the face of varying expectations from clients and coworkers.
• Multi-task, prioritize well, and think creatively.

The Location: Abbey Pet Hospital is conveniently located in the little known east bay city of El Cerrito. We're a stone's throw away from Del Norte BART, easily accessible via I-80, and have our own private parking lot. There are numerous cafes, restaurants, and grocery stores nearby.

Interested experienced applicants please inquire via email with resume attached. Cover letter greatly appreciated.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Rotating weekends

Application Question(s):

• Do you possess the technical knowledge and practice resulting in accurate, safe and appropriate: patient handling, phlebotomy, IV/IM/SQ injection administration, radiograph positioning and execution, IV catheter placement, sample preparation, medication administration, and prescription fulfillment?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• veterinary technician/assistant: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RVT license (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• El Cerrito, CA 94530 (Required)

Work Location: In person