Registered Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Silverado Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry. We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care. In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.
Requirements
- 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
- Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in the state of California
- Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
- Proficiency in anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Proficiency in surgical assistance and aseptic technique
- Proficiency in venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
- Proficiency in radiology positioning and safety protocols
- Proficiency in medication administration and accurate drug calculations
- Proficiency in laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
Nice To Haves
- Experience with dentistry highly desired but not required
- Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Assisting in surgery
- Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
- Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
- Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
Benefits
- Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of California
- CE allowance: $500-$1,000 per year, based on tenure and credentials
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with HSA option and choice of United Healthcare or Kaiser Permanente
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match starting in 2027
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
