Part Time Registered Veterinary Technician - Exotics

About the role

Ohana Pet Hospital of Agoura Hills is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with exotics experience 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 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. This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment. Ohana Pet Hospital of Agoura Hills is a 2-doctor mixed-animal practice caring for dogs, cats, birds, chickens, pigs, pocket pets, reptiles/amphibians, and small ruminants. The hospital offers digital X-ray, digital dental radiography, and ultrasound, with services including preventive care, surgery, dentistry, emergency care, soft tissue procedures, orthopedic procedures, routine surgery, boarding, and pet transport. This is an opportunity for a veterinary professional who enjoys species variety and a broad clinical caseload. Agoura Hills sits in the Santa Monica Mountains and offers a quieter suburban setting with hiking, green space, local businesses, and convenient access to Los Angeles.

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• 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

Minimum Qualifications

3+ years of veterinary technician experience; Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California. 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.

Skills

• Exotic Animal anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
• Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Exotic Animal venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
• Radiology positioning and safety protocols
• Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
• Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
• Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
• Client education and communication
• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong critical thinking and attention to detail
• Effective teamwork and professional communication skills
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning

Benefits

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of [state]
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance