Animal Technician jobs in Santa Barbara, CA
Animal Technician provides daily care for research animals of various species. Cleans and disinfects cages and equipment. Being an Animal Technician monitors the health and well being of the animals, maintains logs of animal diet, behavior, vital signs and other data. Follows standard operating procedures and all biosafety and animal welfare regulations. Additionally, Animal Technician may perform procedures to collect samples. May transport animals to and from laboratories. Requires a high school diploma. May require Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) certification from the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) or other certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Animal Technician works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Carpinteria, CA
FULL_TIME
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Fantastic opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our AMAZING team at VCA Carpinteria Veterinary Hospital.We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our 5-doctor Monday through Friday practice in the comfortable beach town of Carpinteria.Position available for a full time, experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)Responsibilities require proficiency in Phlebotomy, IV Catheter Placement as well as stress free handling, digital radiography, administration of vaccines and medications. The ideal candidate will also possess great attendance, client communication skills and superior customer service skills, attention to detail and a desire to work in a great team atmosphere. Salary will be based on the level of experience.Compensation:$ 25 - $ 28 / hr. Dependent on education, experience, credentials, location, nature of practice, schedule and additional responsibilities.Why work with us?VCA Carpinteria is a great place to work and learn! We have a fun, fast-paced facility with a friendly & positive working environment. You also have the opportunity to work with dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, reptiles, and other exotics.We also value honest and direct communication between staff, management and clients. We are community centered, we honor the client/patient relationship and we respect people and pets. We are looking for smiling faces with compassionate, exceptional and superior client service skills and with "Can Do" attitudes.If you are willing to accept the challenge of performing with an outstanding team of service oriented professionals, we invite you to apply!We look forward to hearing from you!ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Venipuncture
- Catheter placement
- Radiology
- Physical examinations, patient assessment and record keeping
- Surgical preparation and assisting
- Dentistry
- Laboratory work
- Pharmacy
- Patient recovery
- Compassionate care for hospitalized patients
- Client Relations
- Housekeeping/Maintenance
Why Join The VCA Family?We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Technician career has to offer. At VCA, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.Benefits:Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary communityCareer development programsOpportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA CharitiesContinuing education allowance (RVT)Tuition support and sponsorshipsVeterinary Technician license reimbursementFree mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)Referral bonusesCompetitive wageMedical, dental & vision insuranceGenerous pet care discountsLife, long and short-term disability insurancePaid parental leavePaid vacation and sick time401(k) with matching optionIf you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Career worklet on the landing page or search for Find Jobs.Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our career page at vcacareers.comIf you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com - 11 Days Ago
Animal Control Officer
- City of Santa Barbara
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Santa Barbara, CA
FULL_TIME
- ABOUT USAt the City of Santa Barbara, the best part of our organization is our people. As a City of Santa Barbara employee, you will work in an environment with other motivated individuals who are pas...
- 28 Days Ago
Animal Care Specialist
- Petco
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Santa Barbara, CA
PART_TIME
- Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbei...
- 1 Month Ago
Relief Veterinarian
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Goleta, CA
PART_TIME
- VCA Noah's Ark is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our team in beautiful Goleta California.In this position you'll use your superior medical judgment combined with a high level of...
- 16 Days Ago
Associate Veterinarian - Carpinteria, CA
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Carpinteria, CA
FULL_TIME
- VCA Carpinteria Veterinary Hospital is a 6-doctor small animal general practice who is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Associate to join our dynamic team of professionals.At VCA Carpi...
- 17 Days Ago
Relief DVM
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Carpinteria, CA
PART_TIME
- We are seeking an experienced Relief Veterinarian to join our team.In this position you'll use your superior medical judgment combined with a high level of empathy, confidence and humility to build a ...
- 22 Days Ago
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Veterinary Assistant - 004201
- Banfield Pet Hospital
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Ventura, CA
- Veterinary Assistant Careers at Banfield Pet Hospital For those who want to put their love of pets into action, there ar...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Bartender - Spearmint Rhino (No Alcohol Service)
- Spearmint Rhino
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Santa Barbara, CA
- Job Duties Provide great customer service to our guests! Serve non-alcoholic drinks for patrons. Keep bar stocked of all...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Pharmacy/technician
- Kroger
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Santa Barbara, CA
- Provide exceptional customer service to help people live healthier lives by treating our customers/employees in a fair a...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Claim Specialist - Property Field Inspection
- State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company
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Santa Barbara, CA
- Claim Specialist - Property Field Inspection US-CA-Santa Barbara Job ID: 2023-35234 Type: Regular Full Time # of Opening...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Relief Veterinarian
- VCA Animal Hospitals
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Goleta, CA
- VCA Noah's Ark is seeking an experienced Associate Veterinarian to join our team in beautiful Goleta California. In this...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Applied Conservation Ecologist
- Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Inc
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Santa Barbara, CA
- Job Description Job Description A Day in the Life As the Applied Conservation Ecologist, you’ll work with the Conservati...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Veterinary Technician
- Banfield Pet Hospital
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Ventura, CA
- Credentialed Veterinary Technician The anticipated starting hourly rate for individuals expressing interest in this posi...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Animal Care Specialist
- Dakar Inc.
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Santa Barbara, CA
- Job Description Job Description Caregiver needed for animals on a private ranch in Santa Barbara. MUST have solid horse ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Santa Barbara, California
Santa Barbara (Spanish: Santa Bárbara) is the county seat of Santa Barbara County in the U.S. state of California. Situated on a south-facing section of coastline, the longest such section on the West Coast of the United States, the city lies between the steeply rising Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Santa Barbara's climate is often described as Mediterranean, and the city has been promoted as the "American Riviera". As of 2014, the city had an estimated population of 91,196, up from 88,410 in 2010, making it the second most populous city in the county after Santa Maria. The contig...
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Income Estimation for Animal Technician jobs
$42,788 to $49,486
Santa Barbara, California area prices
were up 2.5% from a year ago
were up 2.5% from a year ago