Experienced or Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Central Animal Hospital; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

Job summary

Central Animal Hospital in Petaluma, CA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) for a full-time role. The position offers a competitive hourly salary and a schedule of four days per week with no Saturdays.

Benefits include 401(k) matching, tuition support, supplemental medical/dental/vision, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and employee pet discounts, with opportunities for professional growth and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience as a Veterinary Technician or RVT.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Empathy for clients, patients, and coworkers.

Responsibilities

• Collect blood and urine samples.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations and patient restraint.
• Take radiographs.
• Monitor anesthesia.
• Perform dental cleanings and oral radiographs.
• Practice low-stress handling.
• Communicate with clients.
• Share knowledge and train teammates.

Skills

Veterinary Technician

RVT

Job description

Who we are:

Central Animal Hospital is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Technician or RVT!

Position Details

Role: Experienced Veterinary Technician or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)Status: Full-timeSalary: $19 - $29 per hourSchedule: 4 days per week with flexible scheduling; no Saturdays

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Your Skills Are Bigger Than Holding the Dog. Come Use Them.

Feeling underutilized? If you want to be recognized for what you know, trusted to use your skills, and given opportunities to keep learning, Central Animal Hospital wants to meet you.

Our Petaluma hospital has four veterinarians, an experienced support team, and leadership that invests in the people doing the work. We’ve built a culture around clear communication, useful feedback, hands‑on training, and teammates who genuinely support one another.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

We believe people do their best work when they have the tools, training, and trust to succeed.

Every teammate receives a personalized training binder, clear training levels, a dedicated trainer, and paid on‑the‑job training. Daily rounds keep everyone connected, while paid monthly team meetings and one‑on‑ones with our Practice Manager give employees a voice in how we work and grow.

That investment shows in our team longevity: our Lead RVT and Technician Supervisor has been here for more than eight years, our Lead CSR for 10 years, and our Practice Manager for 20 years. And yes, there’s room for fun—including the occasional midday dance party.

What Our Veterinary Technicians Do

• Collect blood and urine samples
• Assist veterinarians with examinations and patient restraint
• Take radiographs
• Monitor anesthesia
• Perform dental cleanings and oral radiographs
• Practice low‑stress handling
• Communicate with clients
• Share your knowledge and help train teammates

If you want to learn something, tell us. If you’re great at something, we want you to use it.

What You’ll Bring

• At least two years of experience as a Veterinary Technician or RVT
• Confidence performing the technical responsibilities listed above
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Empathy for clients, patients, and coworkers
• A willingness to ask for help, offer help, learn, and teach
• Curiosity and a desire to keep growing
• A positive approach to contributing to hospital culture
• Tolerance for puppy kisses and kitty headbutts

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

The little things matter, too. You’ll have free covered parking, a snack‑stocked breakroom, occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties and meals, plus a hospital DoorDash account with no delivery fee.

Our team also occasionally gets together outside work for optional outings, which have included beach trips, pottery classes, and behind‑the‑scenes visits to the Academy of Sciences.

And when you’re off the clock, Petaluma gives you plenty to explore—from local restaurants and independent shops to nearby wine country and hiking.

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full‑time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full‑time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short‑and‑long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full‑time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Bring Your Skills. We’ll Give You Room to Use Them.

We’re looking for a technician who wants to learn, teach, contribute, and have a voice.

If you’re tired of feeling underutilized and want to build your career with a team that values skilled veterinary technicians, Central Animal Hospital wants to hear from you.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Central Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing different perspectives and ways of understanding and engaging with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.