Registered Veterinry Technician
About The Position
Animal Samaritans is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with strong dental experience to join our veterinary team. This is an exciting opportunity for an RVT who enjoys performing high-quality dental procedures while working in a collaborative, non-corporate, mission-driven environment dedicated to helping pets and the people who love them. At Animal Samaritans, we believe veterinary medicine should not only provide exceptional patient care, but also support the local community. Through our nonprofit mission, we are able to provide financial assistance programs that help families access veterinary care when they otherwise could not afford it. Our team members take pride in making a meaningful difference every day. The Registered Veterinary Technician – Dental Specialist performs a wide range of technical and patient care duties with an emphasis on veterinary dentistry and anesthetic procedures. The ideal candidate is highly skilled, detail-oriented, compassionate, and thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Requirements
- Current California RVT license (or eligible for certification)
- Ability to lift and carry 40+ pounds and stand for extended periods
Nice To Haves
- Minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience preferred
- Strong veterinary dental experience highly preferred
- Knowledge of anesthetic monitoring and dental radiography
- Strong communication, organizational, and client service skills
- Compassionate, energetic, and team-oriented attitude
- Willingness to continue learning and pursuing continuing education opportunities
Responsibilities
- Perform dental prophylaxis and assist with advanced dental procedures
- Take and interpret dental radiographs
- Monitor anesthesia during dental and surgical procedures
- Assist veterinarians with dental extractions and oral surgery procedures
- Perform patient preparation, recovery, and hospitalized patient care
- Collect and process laboratory samples
- Provide exceptional client communication and education
- Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
- Assist in exam rooms and support daily hospital operations
- Demonstrate proper animal handling and restraint techniques
- Induce anesthesia
- Perform dental extractions
- Suture gingiva and oral mucous membranes
- Administer controlled substances
- Apply casts and splints
- Perform additional animal healthcare tasks consistent with California veterinary regulations and standards of veterinary medical practice
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with 5% Employer Match
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Employee Discounts on Veterinary Services
- Employee Recognition Programs
- Continuing Education Support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
