Dental/Surgical Registered Veterinary Technician - Rancho Village Veterinary Hospital

Position Overview

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• 1–2 years experience as a licensed RVT
• Surgical preparation and surgical monitoring experience
• Dental experience including imaging, scaling, and polishing
• Client communication and client education experience
• Record keeping and documentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word
• Experience with multi-line phone systems
• Cash handling experience
• Ability to restrain cats and dogs of various sizes and temperaments
• Knowledge of sanitary protocols
• Pharmacy duties experience
• Sample collection (blood, urine, cytology, etc.)
• Medication administration (PO, IV, IM, etc.)

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Knowledge in Avimark

Schedule

Schedules include (4) weekday shifts with (1) weekend shift. Must be flexible in scheduling for weekend availability. Must be available for both Saturday or Sunday.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

About the Role

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets.

Benefits

• We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally.

Pay

Up to $3,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time Qualified Candidates!

Schedule

Schedules include (4) weekday shifts with (1) weekend shift. Must be flexible in scheduling for weekend availability. Must be available for both Saturday or Sunday.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources