Why Lifeline Animal Urgent Care?
Joining Lifeline Animal Urgent Care means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to revolutionizing veterinary medicine through compassion, excellence, and empowerment. As a privately owned urgent and emergency care hospital, we offer a supportive, bully-free environment where veterinary professionals are valued and empowered to excel. Our comprehensive benefits package, including competitive compensation, no overnight hospitalization, and generous employee pet discounts, reflects our commitment to prioritizing the well-being of both our team members and our patients.
Company Overview: Lifeline Animal Urgent Care is a privately owned clinic opening in September 2024. Lifeline Animal Urgent Care is not just a veterinary urgent care center; we're pioneers in redefining the standard of care for pets in our community. Driven by a commitment to financial ethics and a passion for truly helping animals and their owners, we've embraced a unique approach to veterinary medicine.
In a landscape dominated by corporate entities and skyrocketing prices, we recognized the urgent need for a different path. Witnessing the strain placed on pet parents by long waitlists and inaccessible care, we knew it was time to take a different approach. At Lifeline Animal Urgent Care, we operate with a clear goal: to provide accessible, unparalleled medical services while maintaining financial integrity.
Our approach is rooted in compassion and innovation. We've adopted a walk-in basis for cases ranging from urgent cases to true emergencies, ensuring that no pet is left waiting in critical moments. Our modern facility boasts a warm, inviting atmosphere that prioritizes the comfort and well-being of both pets and their guardians.
Saying that, our passion extends far beyond the exam room. Lifeline Animal Urgent Care is proud to announce that we will be Fear-Free certified. Reflecting our dedication to reducing fear, anxiety, and stress in pets during their visit.
We invite you to come join us in our mission to uphold the bond between humans and animals, help us revolutionize veterinary care, and to make a tangible difference in the lives of pets and their families. At Lifeline Animal Urgent Care, we're not just changing the way veterinary medicine is practiced—we're changing lives.
Vision Statement:
At Lifeline Animal Urgent Care, our mission is deeply rooted in our commitment to honoring and preserving the human-animal bond. We strive to deliver exceptional medical care to our beloved pet patients while providing unparalleled compassion and education to our valued clients. Our practice serves as a vital link between primary care veterinarians and 24-hour specialty hospitals, offering urgent and emergency medical care that is accessible and of the highest standard. What sets us apart is our unwavering dedication to providing top-tier medical excellence at a more accessible cost, reflecting our genuine concern for both pets and their parents.
Position: Registered Veterinary Technician
Location: Oceanside, CA
Opening Date: September 1, 2024.
Schedule:
· Four (4), 10-hour shifts.
· Rotating weekends.
· No overnights!
Job Description
Lifeline Animal Urgent Care is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team. As an integral part of our veterinary care team, the RVT will triage patients efficiently, prioritize treatments, and delegate tasks as needed. Responsibilities include:
- Accurately obtaining and reporting vital signs, promptly notifying veterinarians of any changes in patient status.
- Applying knowledge of common diseases and conditions to perform accurate patient triage and physical assessments.
- Administering medications via subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous routes, with understanding of potential adverse effects.
- Setting up, monitoring, and administering intravenous fluid therapy, including CRIs and blood transfusions.
- Participating in patient rounds to ensure continuity of care and sharing pertinent information with the team.
- Performing CPR as a RECOVER Certified Rescuer.
- Collecting samples and conducting in-house diagnostic tests and imaging.
- Assisting with sedation and surgical anesthesia under veterinary supervision.
- Maintaining hospital and patient cleanliness using aseptic techniques and isolation protocols.
- Providing compassionate care and education to clients on pet care and treatment plans.
- Managing phone calls and addressing medical inquiries as necessary.
- Utilizing proper patient restraint techniques to ensure safety for team members and patients.
- Execute specialized medical procedures exclusive to Registered Veterinary Technicians, including but not limited to, suturing, splint application, anesthesia induction, and humane euthanasia.
Benefits:
· Competitive wage: $32.50-45.00 an hour (based on experience and skills) plus profit sharing.
· Doctor’s assistants complete tasks such as making and presenting estimates, fielding questions from clients, and filling medications allowing the technicians to focus on providing medical care.
· Comprehensive health insurance, dental, and vision coverage.
· 401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions.
· Paid time off (PTO), sick leave, and mental health days.
· Parental leave.
· Generous employee pet discount with no maximum number of pets.
· Unlimited Continuing Education with annual stipend for qualifying expenses.
· Reimbursement for professional memberships.
Requirements:
· Required: Current RVT license in the State of California.
· Preferred: one (1) year of experience in a veterinary emergency or urgent care setting.
· Required: Fear Free Certification, or willingness to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
· Required: RECOVER certified, or willing to obtain within six (6) months of employment.
· Advanced medical math skills including calculation of continuous rate infusions (CRIs).
· Strong organizational skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
· Excellent communication skills and dedication to patient care and client education.
· Physical requirements: fine motor skills, ability to stand for prolonged periods, able to lift 25 kg without assistance.
How to Apply:
If you are a compassionate, dedicated RVT seeking to make a meaningful impact in emergency veterinary medicine, we invite you to join our team at Lifeline Animal Urgent Care. Please submit your resume detailing your qualifications and interest in this position to [email protected].
Lifeline Animal Urgent Care: Where Compassion, Excellence, and Empowerment Converge.
We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Cheyenne Burnett, DVM
Founder and CEO
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.50 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Holidays
- No nights
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
