Exotics Registered Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant

Description

Position at PETS Referral Center

Seeking a compassionate, skilled, upbeat Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our tight-knit team.

Hiring bonus of $2500.00 for successful candidate!

Why PETS Referral Center?

We are a growing Specialty and Emergency Veterinary Hospital located in Berkeley. PETS is a talented and collaborative team who enjoys working together to provide excellent patient care and client service. We have a long history of providing excellent service to our community.

Who are we looking for?

Please have a positive personality, be capable of effective communication, enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment, multi-task like a pro, and have a well-rounded skill set and solid knowledge base. Our ideal candidate will have previous experience with exotics.

Responsibilities include :

• Demonstrated hands-on experience providing nursing care to exotic companion animals, including but not limited to birds, reptiles, small mammals, and other non-traditional species
• Strong understanding of species-specific anatomy, physiology, behavior, and husbandry requirements
• Proficient in safe handling, restraint, and stress-minimizing techniques for a wide variety of exotic species
• Ability to accurately obtain and interpret vital signs across multiple exotic species
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and recovery for exotic patients, including recognition of species-specific anesthetic risks
• Skilled in venipuncture and sample collection appropriate to exotic species (e.g., jugular, cephalic, lateral saphenous, tail vein, toenail clips, etc., as applicable)
• Competent in administering medications (oral, injectable, topical, nebulized) with attention to proper dosing and routes for exotic species
• Experience assisting with diagnostic procedures, including radiographs, ultrasound, endoscopy, and laboratory sample preparation
• Ability to recognize and promptly report abnormal patient parameters, pain, or signs of distress in exotic species
• Knowledge of infection control, biosecurity, and zoonotic disease precautions specific to exotics
• Experience providing nutritional support and husbandry-based treatments, including syringe feeding, tube feeding, environmental adjustments, and enclosure setup
• Ability to maintain accurate, detailed medical records in an electronic medical record system
• Demonstrated commitment to patient advocacy, high-quality nursing care, and continuous learning in exotic medicine

Benefits :

We are committed to your well-being and offer a comprehensive compensation package. These include :