Registered Veterinary Technician - Palm Desert Pet Hospital!

Come join our amazing team!

Palm Desert, California

*The pay rate for this position is $25.00-$28.00 per hour, depending on experience, education, licensure, and certifications. 

Join our incredible team at Palm Desert Pet Hospital as the next great step in your career. We are looking to add a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to our team. The ideal candidate will be a dependable, detail-oriented team player who loves animals and being part of a fun, supportive team. They will have experience rooming patients, surgical assisting experience, and knowledge of equipment used, drawing blood and running bloodwork, knowing x-rays and proper positioning, experience with proper animal handling and restraint, understanding the importance of client education, and being a positive and supportive team member. 

Palm Desert Pet Hospital aims to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our awesome staff!!

Experience in:

- Assisting veterinarians in examinations, procedures, and surgeries

- Administering medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians

- Maintaining accurate medical records and updating patient files

- Educating clients on animal care, nutrition, and treatment plans

- Performing laboratory tests and analyzing results

- Preparing animals for surgery and monitoring anesthesia during procedures

- Cleaning and maintaining equipment, instruments, and exam rooms

- Providing compassionate care to our patients and their owners

Learn more about us at: palmdesertvets.com or: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business

Qualifications 

• Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant. 

• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures. 

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills. 

• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT, RVT, or LVT) preferred – or eligibility to obtain licensure based on state requirements. 

• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required. 

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Responsibilities 

• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures. 

• Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines. 

• Collect lab samples and maintain accurate patient records. 

• Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment. 

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What Makes Us Different 

• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid! 

• Career development and advancement opportunities. 

• CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!  

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