RVT or VTS, Animal Dental Clinic
About The Position
Animal Dental Clinic is hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) with a focus on dentistry. The role supports dental and surgical care, helping provide patients and pet parents with high-quality care in a collaborative, low-stress environment. The clinic encourages experienced RVTs and dental VTS professionals to bring their skills and interest in dentistry to its practice. The technician assists with dental procedures and surgery, monitors anesthesia, and provides patient preparation and recovery care. Other clinical work includes venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory diagnostics, and administering medications and fluids under a DVM’s direction. The role also includes maintaining and sterilizing instruments, educating pet parents about aftercare and dental health, and collaborating with the veterinary team. Shifts are 8 to 10 hours depending on caseload. The stated pay range is $33.00 to $45.00 per hour depending on credentials and experience, with a $5,000 hiring bonus. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, flexible spending accounts, RVT license reimbursement, three weeks of accrued PTO, an Employee Assistance Program, and provided uniforms. Ethos Veterinary Health also describes a benefits program that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off, including sick time, for eligible employees.
Requirements
- Active Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license in California or eligibility to transfer a license.
- Experience in anesthesia monitoring, dental radiographs, and dental cleanings.
- Passion for patient care and providing exceptional client service.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification in Dentistry is highly preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist with comprehensive dental procedures, including dental cleanings, dental radiography, and advanced dental surgical assistance.
- Monitor anesthesia during dental surgeries to support patient safety and comfort.
- Prepare dental patients for surgery and provide recovery care.
- Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, and laboratory diagnostics as needed.
- Calculate and administer medications and fluids under DVM direction.
- Maintain and sterilize dental and surgical instruments.
- Educate pet parents about post-procedure care and dental health maintenance.
- Collaborate with the veterinary team to provide patient care and a positive, low-stress experience.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- RVT license reimbursement.
- Three weeks of accrued paid time off (PTO).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Provided uniforms.
- Ethos describes paid time off, including sick time, for eligible employees.
- $5,000 hiring bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
