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San Diego Humane Society Registered Veterinary Technician (Full-Time, Temporary, PRN) in San Diego County, California
Registered Veterinary Technician (Full-Time, Temporary, PRN)
Medical San Diego County, California
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Description
San Diego Humane Society is hiring Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) for our Medical teams! How you’ll impact our mission: At San Diego Humane Society, we’re united by our mission toInspire Compassion. In 2015, animal welfare organizations in our region achieved zero euthanasia of healthy and treatable shelter pets – “Staying at Zero” – a commitment we have met for the past nine consecutive years.
In this role, you’ll support our “Staying at Zero” initiatives by providing high-quality care and assistance to veterinarians in diagnosing, treating, and managing animal patients. Your technical expertise, combined with your passion for animals and people, will help us impact the lives of more than 40,000 animals each year. If you’re passionate about making an impact in the animal welfare movement at one of the largest and most innovative animal welfare organizations in the United States, we’d love to talk to you.Eligible candidates will receive a $1,000 sign-on bonus!
What’s in it for you? At SDHS, we’re proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and commit to being a place where every person – staff, volunteer, and guest – can feel a sense of belonging. We support and invest in employees through conscious delivery of benefits and a workplace environment based on our Core Values.
As an employee you’ll enjoy:
Competitive pay and paid time-off (including your Birthday Day Off!)
Comprehensive benefits, training and well-being programs
403(b) retirement plan with 5% match after 1 year
Free pet adoptions, pet vaccines and spay/neuter services
Continuing Education and Uniform allowance fund
…and so much more!
What you’ll do:
Administer treatments and procedures & prepare and administer anesthetics
Assist staff veterinarians with exams, procedures and monitoring animals before, during and post-surgery
Perform emergency procedures (within the scope of a licensed RVT) as instructed by staff veterinarian
Support training of new RVTs and Vet Assistants, as well as animal services staff members, volunteers, and interns
What we’re looking for:
California Registered Veterinary Technician licensure required.
Minimum of one (1) year clinical and/or shelter experience in veterinary environment required.
Location & Hours:We may have full-time, temporary and PRN opportunities available at all campuses: El Cajon, Escondido, Oceanside, San Diego.
Full-time positions work a 4/10 Alternative Work Schedule.
Temporary positions work a 4/10 Alternative Work Schedule and will last for approximately 4 – 6 months.
PRN Positions work a variable schedule.
Pay:Starting range is between $24.29 – $27.33 per hour. RVTs at our Escondido and Oceanside campuses are paid a location premium for a minimum hourly rate of $26.71. The actual hourly rate is determined by your related education and experience.