Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

About the role

Newark 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. 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 Ohio

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
• 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
• 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: $2,000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Ohio
• 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
• Personalized snacks in break room

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

Pay

$20-24 per hour

Schedule

This is a full-time position, with availability needed Monday-Friday.

About us

Newark Veterinary Hospital, proudly the only AHAA-Accredited clinic in Newark, is a trusted provider of high-quality veterinary care for pets in our community. With a team of compassionate and skilled professionals, our three-doctor hospital offers a wide range of services, including wellness exams, vaccinations, advanced surgery and dental care. We treat cats, dogs, and small animal exotics (rabbits, reptiles, avians).

We have an open-minded team that is serious about our medical practice, and all our team members contribute to hospital responsibilities. Our team takes a personalized approach to each animal's care, ensuring that every pet receives the attention and treatment they deserve. Our motto is "Your Other Family Doctor" because we believe that pets are truly part of the family.