Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

·Job description

·Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Technician
National Veterinary Associates aspire to be a practice where as a team, we make a positive impact on pet health care in hospitals, communities, and the field of veterinary medicine. And, we believe hiring people with diverse perspectives, ideas, and cultures, permits us to deliver to the highest quality of preventive care.
As a NVA veterinary assistant, you will work alongside pet health care industry experts to make a difference in the lives of the pets and clients we serve. With the chance to utilize your veterinary knowledge, communication skills, and love for pets, this role will afford you the opportunity to define a clear career path for continued growth and learning.
Responsibilities

oSupport veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.

oWith each hospital function, assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.

oAssist the technicians by restraining, pulling up vaccines, packaging labs & running labs

oCleaning duties as assigned

oCommunicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Paw Plan options, medications, and additional treatments.

oAssist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems, including Avimark.

oObtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.

oUse safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.

oBe willing to guide, mentor, and support new and/or fellow team members.

oOther job duties as assigned.
Commitment Beyond Qualifications
Being a veterinary assistant requires much more than AVMA certified credentials. It means bringing your talents, skills, dedication, and a desire for developing alongside your peers. But, most importantly, it means showing up each day with a passion for pets and working with others who believe preventive care is the key to helping pets achieve long and healthy lives.
While your on-paper qualifications are of course important, we actively seek out vet techs who thrive on delivering outstanding client and pet experiences.
Yourwellbeingmatters.
We know that your real passion for pet well-being is why you chose this profession. At NVA, we believe it is just as important to support the well-being of those who devote their lives to this cause. Through our extensive network and support structure, NVA offers a wide array of benefits and programs for our full time employees, empowering you to focus on yourself and your family, as you care for pets and clients
As a Bay Glen vet assistant, we want you to take full advantage of work and play through:

oCompetitive salary with paid time off

oMedical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits for you and eligible dependents

oAutomatic enrollment in 401(k) Savings Plan after 60 days of employment

oHealth Savings Account

oA variety of discounts and so much more

Potential as Big as Your Passion

Support that helps you thrive
We’ve created a structure that includes leadership and support at the hospital level, in the field, and at our headquarters, all with one goal in mind: helping you deliver quality care for all pets.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.