Job Description

Veterinary Specialty Hospital (VSH) is looking for a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician to work as a Blood Bank Coordinator.

About Veterinary Specialty Hospital: At VSH our mission is to advance the veterinary profession through our leadership in medicine, education, business and promotion of the human-animal bond. We strive to bring together caring, warm and intelligent people who love to serve and help and are among the best in their field.

Pay Range:

Range is dependent on experience

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT): $28.00 - $40.00 per hour

Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS): $35.00 - $48.00 per hour

Schedule:

Days TBD (may include 1 weekend day)

About the Role: As a Blood Bank Coordinator our responsibilities will include:

• Perform blood collection from donor pets.
• Maintain blood bank operations in accordance with California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and Veterinary Medical Board (VMB) regulations.
• Managing donations, including properly setting up with appropriate instruments and providing donors with treats and meals after their donations.
• Providing outstanding client communication and education, +/- participate in blood donor recruitment events. Maintain positive relations with blood donor clients.
• Maintaining general cleanliness of blood bank area, including runs and processing equipment.
• Performing other duties as assigned, including but not limited to: intravenous catheter placement, drug dose calculation, venipuncture, blood pressure reading, acquiring radiographs and hourly treatments.
• Ensuring that blood products are being processed in an aseptic manner, while maintaining the highest level of accuracy in all calculations and labeling.
• Preparing products for shipping and delivery when needed, keeping detailed documentation.
• Work directly with criticalists' to coordinate exams, new donor enrollment screenings and managing blood product availability.
• Perform in-house lab diagnostics pertaining to blood transfusions and blood donor enrollment.
• Blood donor advocacy to ensure safe blood donation practice.
• Ensure tender, loving care and positive reinforcement during all donor interactions.
• Maintain blood product inventory and place orders from CDFA regulated blood banks.
• Assist in associated ECC departments, including Emergency Room and Intermediate Care Ward.

About You:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician/Assistant in a progressive animal hospital setting required.
• Currently licensed as RVT in the state of California.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, processing basic laboratory specimens and medical terminology required.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected.
• Demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail in all related blood bank duties.

Benefits:

• Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set
• Competitive Vet Assistant and RVT CE allowance annually
• VetBloom access: Race approved continuing education, training and curriculum library
• License application and renewal reimbursement for RVT’s
• Financial support and onsite mentorship toward pursuit of VTS
• Health and wellness programs including access to League wellness app
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• 75% Employee Pet discount
• In-house Social Worker
• Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniforms
• Benefits available the first of the month following 30 days.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

NVA Compassion-First is now Ethos Veterinary Health

We are excited to announce Ethos Veterinary Health as our new name. Ethos is the new, industry-leading community of legacy Ethos Veterinary Health, Compassion-First Pet Hospitals, SAGE Veterinary Centers, and legacy NVA Specialty and Emergency hospitals. This powerful new community brings together a dynamic network of ~145 hospitals, an unmatched team of experts, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering commitment to the advancement of the animal health profession and better patient outcomes.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.