Veterinary Technician

• Give IM, IV, and SQ injections, ability to obtain blood samples from multiple sites

• Place IV catheter 

• Understanding of vital parameters (HR, RR, MM/CRT), ability to accurately obtain them, and knowledge of what abnormalities need to be reported to the doctor

• Understand common disease processes and ability to use appropriate medical terminology

• Familiarity with common medications and their applications, standard doses, and contraindications, accurately calculate dosages, administer medications

• Monitor, assess, and treat critical care patients as well as updating doctor and client on patient status and be able to place IV catheters 

• Perform radiographs and evaluate for proper positioning and exposure. Adhere to all safety standards

• Monitor sedated or anesthetized patient 

• Know how to use common diagnostic equipment and perform in house lab tests including blood smears, PCV/TP, BG, skin/ear cytology including ELISA snap tests

• Maintain cleanliness and organization through the department including rooms, treatment area, cages and runs

Learning & Leadership

• Assist in training of new technicians as needed

• Provide staff leadership for tasks in a professional and personable way.

• Promote a positive attitude and demonstrate a commitment to the mission/vision

• Willingness to train and share your skills and knowledge 

• A thirst for knowledge obtained formally and informally 

• Strong work ethic, flexible and demonstrates high integrity

• Initiative: Must have the ability to assess and initiate action to resolve or improve a situation independently.

• Make suggestions for how to improve practice protocols

Essential Qualifications

• A Registered Veterinary Technician or field-trained assistant with 1-2 years or more of experience. RVT license preferred but not required with extensive prior experience

• Offer genuine client service and maintain a professional, courteous, and helpful attitude

• Strong dedication and commitment to quality care

• Demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and oral) and incredible attention to detail

• Must be able to make independent thoughtful decisions and solve complex problems

• Ability to maintain excellent teamworkand communication skills under stressful situations working toward a common goal of helping patients and clients 

• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

• A willingness and ability to proactively jump in wherever help is needed and a drive to explore innovative ideasto improve things for the team, clients, and patients

• High school diploma or equivalent and 18 years of age or older

• Must be able to lift or move 40lbs independently

• Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, and feel using hands and arms on a regular and consistent basis, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time.

• Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed 

• Open to working at Los AltosAnimal Hospital when needed

• Background check when hired

Cover letters are encouraged but not required. If you are considering including a cover letter, we would love to get to know who you are and what you are looking for. Why are you interested in working for Adobe Animal Hospital as a Veterinary Technician, what skills and abilities make you an ideal applicant for this position and what do you hope to contribute to our medical department and Adobe Animal Hospital as a whole?

Base Wage: $24- $42 dependent on experience

Shifts: Day

Position Location: Los Gatos home base; travel to Los AltosHospital when needed

Wages & Differentials

• Base wages aredetermined by what skills you know on the Adobe competency skills list. 

• During the interview process we will ask you to review our competency list and complete a self-evaluation so we may assess your current Veterinary Technician skill level.

• Differentials- additional pay that can be added onto your base wage for specific skills, projects, or shifts.

• 40-Hour Work Week- $2.25/hour

• Weekend- $3/hour 

• RVT License-$6/hour 

• VTS Certification -$10/hour

Benefits

• Health benefits, dental, vision & more!

• Paid sick, vacation & holiday time

• 401k benefits

• Discounted Veterinary services 

• Employee Assistance Program

• Continuing education for professional development

It is the policy of Adobe Animal Hospitals to afford equal opportunities for all qualified persons, regardless of their actual or perceived:  race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), age (40 and over), sexual orientation, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, and any other consideration protected by federal, state, or local law (sometimes referred to, collectively, as “protected characteristics”).