Veterinary Technician, Dentistry

Company: Ethos Veterinary Health
Location: Redwood City
Posted on: November 20, 2024

Job Description:

Veterinary Technician, Dentistry
Who we are:
At SAGE Redwood City, we deliver compassionate, comprehensive veterinary care tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. Our team is dedicated to utilizing state-of-the-art technology and evidence-based treatments to provide the highest quality of medical care for your pet. Alongside our extensive range of specialties-including anesthesiology, cardiology, critical care, dentistry, emergency services, integrative medicine, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, physical rehabilitation, radioactive iodine therapy, surgery, and urgent care-we emphasize a collaborative approach. Our specialists work closely with the communities primary veterinarians to ensure that our patients receive seamless, personalized care throughout their treatment journey with us.

About the role:
SAGE Redwood City is expanding our Specialty Dentistry team and is looking for an enthusiastic, skilled Registered Veterinary Technician or an experienced Senior Veterinary Assistant to join us. In this role, you will support board-certified veterinary dentists in performing advanced dental and oral surgeries, diagnostic imaging, and comprehensive oral health assessments and treatments (COHATs). This is a unique opportunity to work in a specialized field and gain experience in advanced veterinary dentistry in a supportive, learning-focused environment.Key Responsibilities:

• Specialized Dental Procedures: Assist with advanced dental procedures, including root canals, extractions, oral tumor removals, orthodontics, and other specialized dental surgeries.
• Anesthesia & Patient Monitoring: Perform pre-operative anesthesia setup, and monitor patients throughout procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Radiology: Take and interpret high-quality digital dental radiographs under the supervision of the DVM, assisting with diagnostics for complex dental cases.
• Instrument Care & Sterilization: Prepare, sterilize, and maintain specialized dental instruments and equipment, ensuring adherence to best practices for infection control.
• Client Education & Communication: Support client education on dental disease, home care routines, and post-operative care to improve patient outcomes.
• Recordkeeping & Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed medical records, documenting findings and treatments to support quality patient care and compliance.
• Supportive Patient Handling: Provide compassionate handling and care for pets during procedures, maintaining a calm, safe, and comfortable environment.Compensation for this role is between $26 - $40 hourly depending on experience and location.Qualifications
  • For RVT Applicants: Active RVT license in California with a background in anesthesia and a minimum of 1 year of experience in specialty or emergency settings preferred.
  • For VA Applicants: Minimum of 2 years of experience in veterinary settings, ideally with prior exposure to dentistry or specialty care.
  • Proficient in anesthesia protocols, dental radiography, and surgical support.
  • Strong attention to detail, with excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with the team, clients, and doctors, with a passion for educating pet owners on dental health.
  • Experience with veterinary practice management software is a plus.Benefits:
    • 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
    • Monthly in-house RACE-approved courses and staff development opportunities
    • Reimbursement for eligible expenses related to continuing education and coursework
    • Bonuses for achieving major career milestones, such as obtaining RVT or VTS certificationEthos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
      
      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. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
      
      Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of 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 based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need. PM19
      
      
      
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