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Registered Veterinary Technician – Surgery and Dentistry Jobs in Modesto, CA at Standiford Veterinary Center
Registered Veterinary Technician – RVT
Registered Veterinary Technicians are advocates for their patients and work in conjunction with veterinarians to provide exceptional patient care and superior client service. Come thrive in an environment that encourages education and continue to grow within the profession, with opportunities to be a mentor to newer team members. Salary range $25.24-$30/hr.
Responsibilities and Functions
Assist surgeons with appointments and consults
Collaborate with the specialists on surgical cases
Oversee and carry out induction, prep, monitoring, and recovery of assigned surgical patients
Have thorough knowledge of radiographic positioning and technique
Obtain pre and post-operative diagnostics
Perform pre and post-operative treatments as indicated by the doctors
Monitor and assist with various ASA-level patients
Maintain and troubleshoot equipment
Assist with training of new staff and assist other departments, as needed
Have the ability to adjust to changes in the environment and handle stress calmly
Be a team player, have patience, and maintain a positive attitude.
Be detail-oriented to meet the high level of quality medicine.
Prepare a and present estimates
Calculate medication doses
Administer IV, IM, SQ, and oral medications
Complete proficiency in IV catheter placement and maintenance
Complete proficiency in endotracheal tube placement on dogs and cats
Keep accurate records including anesthetic observations and treatments
Safe handling/restraint of animals
IV fluid/blood product administration, monitoring, and maintenance
Able to set up and maintain an anesthesia machine and to properly perform leak check or trouble shoot anesthetic problems.
Prep patient for surgery
Safe and proper handling of therapeutic agents, surgical instruments.
SQ, IM,IV injections and oral/topical medication administration.
Experience Requirements
1-3 years RVT experience in a veterinary surgical setting
Must possess excellent communication skills, the ability to solve problems and handle multiple tasks
Must have the ability to adjust to changes in the environment and able to handle stress in a calm manner
Must be a team player, have patience and maintain a positive attitude.
Must be detail oriented due to the high level of quality medicine.
Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 40 pounds, and work on feet most of the day
Standiford Veterinary Center employs 130 staff members dedicated to the betterment of veterinary medicine in our region. Our multiple locations offer 24/7 services to the Modesto community in the form of general medicine, emergency medicine, dedicated surgery, and ICU teams.
We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.
United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.
Title: Registered Veterinary Technician – Surgery and Dentistry
Company: Standiford Veterinary Center
Location: Modesto, CA
