Registered Veterinary Technician

The Whole Pet Vet Hospital & Wellness Center 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 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.

About Us

The Whole Pet Vet Hospital and Wellness Center in Los Gatos, CA is a modern, progressive practice offering integrative care including rehab and acupuncture. We practice Fear Free handling to ensure the comfort and well-being of our patients during their visits. Our team approaches every aspect of our patients’ wellness to provide the highest quality, comprehensive care. We prioritize a positive culture and work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Perform dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintain accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identify patient concerns and support efficient case management across the hospital
• Build strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Requirements

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in the state of California
• Fear Free Certification or willingness to become certified

Skills

• 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
• 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.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday through Friday and 2 weekend inventory days per year.

Pay

Compensation: $33 - $38 per hour, for each hour worked.

Benefits

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

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