Registered Veterinary Technician

Jenks Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Lead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, leadership, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

About the role

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment—balancing exam room care, client communication, hands-on procedural support, and team leadership. As our Lead RVT, you will help oversee daily workflow management, coordinate team scheduling, support inventory management, provide mentorship and training to clinical staff, and ensure hospital safety protocols and medical standards are consistently followed.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows while partnering with hospital leadership to maintain efficient operations, foster a collaborative team environment, and ensure exceptional patient care from admission through discharge. 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.

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

Requirements

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Oklahoma

Skills

• Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
• Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
• Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
• Radiology positioning and safety protocols
• Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
• Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
• Accurate medical record documentation
• 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

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.

Benefits

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Oklahoma
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance
• Six paid holidays

Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law.

Pay

$22 - $26 per hour

Schedule

This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday. Saturday shifts are 7:30am - 12 pm.

About us

Founded in 1971, Jenks Veterinary Hospital has been a trusted name in pet care for over 50 years, proudly serving the communities of Tulsa, Jenks, Bixby, Glenpool, Broken Arrow, and beyond. We are a close-knit, community-focused practice committed to delivering exceptional veterinary medicine with a personal, compassionate touch. Our 4 DVMs bring an abundance of knowledge and compassion to the community! Our experienced team values the lifelong bonds we form with our clients and their pets. We take pride in providing high-quality care that combines cutting-edge diagnostics, preventive wellness, and a warm, welcoming environment. Whether it’s a routine visit or a complex procedure, our goal is to treat every patient like family.