Los Angeles Animal Specialty Emergency and Rehabilitation (LAASER)
Specialty Veterinary Technician - RVT
Los Angeles Animal Specialty Emergency and Rehabilitation (LAASER), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90065
*Are you a skilled and compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician looking for an exciting opportunity in a specialty department?*
Join our dedicated team at *LAASER*, where we provide advanced, multidisciplinary care for patients with complex medical needs.
*About LAASER:*
Located in the heart of Glassell Park in Los Angeles, LAASER is a state-of-the-art specialty and emergency hospital committed to exceptional veterinary care and a collaborative, team-oriented environment. We are proud to offer continuous opportunities for professional growth while maintaining the highest standards in patient care.
Our modern hospital supports specialty medicine across the following departments:
* Emergency & Critical Care * Surgery * Internal Medicine * Neurology & Neurosurgery * Anesthesiology * Cardiology * Rehabilitation & Integrative Medicine
*About the Role - Specialty Department RVT:*
As a Registered Veterinary Technician in our specialty departments, you will play a vital role in supporting our specialists and ensuring excellent patient outcomes. Responsibilities may include:
* Prepare patients for anesthetic or sedated procedures, including pre-op medications, induction/intubation, and aseptic prep * Monitor anesthesia for a variety of diagnostic and surgical procedures * Maintain accurate anesthesia and medical records * Recover patients from anesthesia and identify abnormal findings for appropriate escalation * Provide post-operative and specialty-specific nursing care, including bandage changes, wound care, and mobility assistance * Perform advanced technical duties including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and CRIs * Strong medical math skills (fluid rates, CRIs, multimodal drug infusions) * Utilize digital radiography equipment to obtain diagnostic-quality images * Obtain, process, and run laboratory samples * Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures * Safely restrain both dogs and cats * Administer IV/IM/SQ injections confidently * Support workflow by providing excellent patient care, client communication, and technical assistance to the medical team * Stocking, cleaning, and maintaining a well-organized workspace * Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs
*What We Are Looking For:*
* Licensed/Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT/LVT/CVT) required (or eligible for California licensure) * Previous experience in a specialty setting (Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, ECC, etc.) is a plus * Strong anesthesia and technical skills * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative specialty environment * Compassionate, detail-oriented, and a strong team player
*Why Join LAASER?*
* Competitive wages commensurate with experience * Extra earnings with on-call pay (if applicable) * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) with company match * Employee Assistance Program * Flexible Spending Account * Life insurance * Continuing education incentives (RVTs only) * Licensure allowance (RVT or VTS in ECC) * A supportive, collaborative team that values your expertise
If you're passionate about specialty veterinary medicine and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families, *we'd love to hear from you!*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Health insurance * Health savings account * License reimbursement * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance
Education: * High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification: * Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Join our dedicated team at *LAASER*, where we provide advanced, multidisciplinary care for patients with complex medical needs.
*About LAASER:*
Located in the heart of Glassell Park in Los Angeles, LAASER is a state-of-the-art specialty and emergency hospital committed to exceptional veterinary care and a collaborative, team-oriented environment. We are proud to offer continuous opportunities for professional growth while maintaining the highest standards in patient care.
Our modern hospital supports specialty medicine across the following departments:
* Emergency & Critical Care * Surgery * Internal Medicine * Neurology & Neurosurgery * Anesthesiology * Cardiology * Rehabilitation & Integrative Medicine
*About the Role - Specialty Department RVT:*
As a Registered Veterinary Technician in our specialty departments, you will play a vital role in supporting our specialists and ensuring excellent patient outcomes. Responsibilities may include:
* Prepare patients for anesthetic or sedated procedures, including pre-op medications, induction/intubation, and aseptic prep * Monitor anesthesia for a variety of diagnostic and surgical procedures * Maintain accurate anesthesia and medical records * Recover patients from anesthesia and identify abnormal findings for appropriate escalation * Provide post-operative and specialty-specific nursing care, including bandage changes, wound care, and mobility assistance * Perform advanced technical duties including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, fluid therapy, and CRIs * Strong medical math skills (fluid rates, CRIs, multimodal drug infusions) * Utilize digital radiography equipment to obtain diagnostic-quality images * Obtain, process, and run laboratory samples * Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures * Safely restrain both dogs and cats * Administer IV/IM/SQ injections confidently * Support workflow by providing excellent patient care, client communication, and technical assistance to the medical team * Stocking, cleaning, and maintaining a well-organized workspace * Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs
*What We Are Looking For:*
* Licensed/Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT/LVT/CVT) required (or eligible for California licensure) * Previous experience in a specialty setting (Internal Medicine, Surgery, Neurology, ECC, etc.) is a plus * Strong anesthesia and technical skills * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative specialty environment * Compassionate, detail-oriented, and a strong team player
*Why Join LAASER?*
* Competitive wages commensurate with experience * Extra earnings with on-call pay (if applicable) * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * 401(k) with company match * Employee Assistance Program * Flexible Spending Account * Life insurance * Continuing education incentives (RVTs only) * Licensure allowance (RVT or VTS in ECC) * A supportive, collaborative team that values your expertise
If you're passionate about specialty veterinary medicine and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families, *we'd love to hear from you!*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Health insurance * Health savings account * License reimbursement * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance
Education: * High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification: * Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person