Registered Veterinary Technician - Surgical & Inpatient Care

About the role

Silverado Veterinary Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and support inpatient hospital 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 nursing, 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 inpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit. Silverado Veterinary Hospital has been a local favorite since 1979. Our growing multi-doctor team is supported by long-term RVTs and a cross-trained support staff. Our priority has always focused on quality medicine vs. finances, and we are seen as a “unicorn” practice in terms of the value of services offered to our Napa community. At SVH, you can expect state-of-the-art medical care and fantastic team collaboration. We believe in nurturing the human-pet bond and creating a harmonious relationship between people and pets. We primarily see small animals, however, we’re also well-equipped to treat the occasional bird, reptile, pocket pet, or wild animal.

Responsibilities

• Providing attentive inpatient care, including monitoring hospitalized patients, administering medications and IV fluids, and supporting ongoing treatment plans
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting with surgical procedures, including patient preparation, surgical setup, and instrument handling
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography. Experience with extractions is preferred.
• 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 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

• Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
• Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery