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Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

Brief Media, Inc., Grand Rapids, MI, United States


About the Position
BluePearl Pet Hospital in Studio City, CA is hiring a Veterinary Technician to join our Internal Medicine department!

Pay
Pay:

$24.00 – 49.00 / hour (starting point dependent on experience and advancement through CareerTrax leveling system).

Shift differentials are based on a 4-hour minimum.

Example:

Mon – Fri: 6pm to 8am = $4.00 shift differential

Sat & Sun: 6pm to 8am = $5.50 shift differential

Sat & Sun: 8am to 6pm = $4.00 shift differential

Why Join Us?
We value passionate veterinary technicians who enrich lives through remarkable care for pets.

Are you committed and passionate about enriching lives through remarkable care for pets?

Do you thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic, and rewarding work environment?

Are you a team player who enjoys working together on a team to provide quality care for pets?

If you answered "yes" to these questions, then we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Act as a liaison between internists and clients regarding patient histories, care instructions, lab results, patient updates, and other topics as requested by the doctors.

Assist with endoscopic and ultrasound procedures, fill prescriptions, take X‑rays, and obtain lab samples.

Support anesthesia by inducing, monitoring, and recovering patients.

Calculate all medical math including advanced and CRI (mcg/mg, %/mg, etc.).

Set up constant rate infusions (CRI).

Set up ultrasound and radiology procedures.

Set up and assist with endoscopic procedures (GI, nasal, urinary, airway) and clean/maintain equipment after procedures.

Discharge IM patients from the hospital, including basic client education such as insulin injection, SQ fluid, and feeding tube demonstrations.

Additional job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Strong anesthesia and phlebotomy skills required.

Experience with endoscopic, ultrasound, and radiology procedures preferred.

Ability to perform medical mathematics calculations.

Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.

Parental leave benefits.

Flexible work schedules.

401(k) and retirement planning.

Paid time off and floating holiday plans.

Regional licensed social worker for guidance and support.

Family‑like culture and support from a dedicated social worker.

Trupanion pet insurance and discounts for associates.

Annual continuing education allowance and free education sessions.

Access to over 2,000 medical journals through BluePearl University.

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

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