Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Culver City, CA

* Sign On Bonus available for Registered Veterinary Technicians*

Overnight / Weekend Differential = $3 - $5 per hour in addition to base pay

More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At ACCESS Los Angeles, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself.

Located in Culver City, ACCESS LA is a referral hospital with 24-hour Emergency services, where our technicians encounter a variety of cases while working closely with some of the most qualified doctors in the country.

As a Veterinary Technician, you'll play an important role in pets' lives by providing end-to-end care for our patients. Your work will include outpatient treatments, laboratory tests, admitting and discharging patients, and supporting the emergency department which offers new challenges every day.

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist with hospital functions to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures as per your state's Veterinary Practice Act for credentialed technicians.
• Communicate with clients about pet health concerns and treatment options.
• Maintain accurate medical records using practice systems.
• Gather health history and information from clients, and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow protocols, and keep treatment areas clean and organized.
• Guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

• RVT preferred
• Minimum 3 years veterinary assisting/technician experience
• Desire to offer superior patient care
• Positive attitude
• Flexible schedule

Grow your career through access to learning and skill development programs, including:

• Thrive
  
  U, a library of free continuing education courses
• Live virtual workshops for leadership skills
• Fundamentals of running a pet hospital program
• Accredited distance learning for veterinary technicians
• Scholarship and tuition reimbursement opportunities

We offer comprehensive benefits supporting mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, including:

• Paid time off, parental leave, bereavement, and pet adoption leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings, and flexible spending accounts
• Pet perks such as free exams and discounts
• Subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health services including coaching and therapy
• 401k with employer contributions
• Continuing education and development support
• Scholarship and student loan programs

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience, with hourly rates starting at $21 - $43. The actual rate will consider skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate diversity and strive for an inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.