Neurology Veterinary Technician

Overview

Veterinary Technician - Neurology, Torrance, CA

More than a word, care is present in everything you do. ACCESS South Bay, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, is a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of resources and people. We invest in our employees with many opportunities for growth and development, and we support you in delivering compassionate, patient care in a fast-paced environment.

ACCESS South Bay is looking for a Neurology Veterinary Technician to join us as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. You will provide end-to-end care for our patients, from hands-on outpatient treatments and laboratory tests to admitting and discharging patients.

• Strong client communication skills are a must: obtain histories, present treatment plans, review discharge instructions and medications, and provide client education on complex disease processes treated by Internal Medicine.
• Anesthetic induction (RVTs) and monitoring of sensitive and potentially critically ill patients for advanced diagnostic procedures (CT, endoscopy, bone marrow aspirates, joint taps, and more).
• Monitor and perform treatments for patients requiring intensive management, recognize significant changes in the patient’s condition, and notify the Doctor.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

• Veterinary technician licensure preferred.
• 1-2 years of clinical experience.
• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Here, you can grow your career through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. Build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our library of continuing education courses — Thrive
  
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• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop leadership skills.
• A program designed to teach the fundamentals of running a pet hospital.
• Earn your AVMA-CVTEA Accreditation and become a Vet Tech through our fully accredited distance learning program for veterinary technicians.
• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

With many locations nationwide, you can find and move into any specialty, hospital type, or environment. Join us and provide your best care at a clinic rooted in its community and bolstered by Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Benefits are designed to support your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

• Paid time off including 8 weeks of full-pay parental leave, bereavement for humans and pets, and time off for new pet adoptions.
• Top quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account.
• Pet perks including free exams, discounts on products and services at Thrive Pet Healthcare locations.
• Generously subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets.
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions.
• 401k with employer contribution and no waiting period.
• Continuing education and development support through our library of free CE courses and paid time off to complete.
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program
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And so much more!

Schedule
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Sunday-Wednesday, 8:00 am to 6:30 pm.

Compensation negotiable based on credentials and experience with an hourly pay rate starting at $20 - $36 per hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Thrive Pet Healthcare, we celebrate and embrace the uniqueness and diversity of all of our team members, pet parents, and pets. We strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where all team members belong and feel empowered.