Registered Veterinary Technician- Specialty Dentistry

VCA Animal Hospitals • Los Angeles, CA

1d • $28 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the team, you will work directly with our Dentistry Specialists to support all aspects of dental and oral surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, experience in anesthesia, and a passion for dentistry and advanced imaging. You will play a critical role in coordinating workflows, preparing and monitoring patients, and ensuring each procedure is performed to the highest medical standards.

Requirements

• RVT preferred; experienced VAs with anesthesia or dentistry experience encouraged to apply
• Strong technical skills in anesthesia, radiology, and patient care
• Desire to expand knowledge of veterinary dentistry and advanced imaging
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with SmartFlow and WoofWare preferred (training available)

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient histories and help our specialists with physical exams and client communication such as patient updates and discharges.
• Assist with periodontal procedures, extractions, endodontics, and maxillofacial cases
• Perform scaling and polishing using proper technique and instrumentation
• Obtain full-mouth dental radiographs and assist with charting and treatment planning
• Prepare dental suites, surgical instruments, and patient setups
• Implement individualized anesthesia plans with a multi-modal approach
• Set up and monitor advanced anesthesia equipment (capnography, multiparameter monitors, invasive monitoring)
• Support safe patient induction, maintenance, and recovery
• Collaborate closely with our Anesthesia team to ensure best practices are followed
• Support Cone Beam CT (CBCT) imaging for oral and maxillofacial diagnostics
• Position, prepare, and monitor sedated or anesthetized patients during CBCT studies
• Enter accurate charges and medical orders in WoofWare to ensure proper billing and record keeping.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), CE support, uniforms, and more).
• Work within one of the most advanced specialty hospitals in the country
• Robust CE Program, including CE Rollover Plan
• A supportive, growth-oriented culture that values teamwork, learning, and excellence in patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed