General Practice Technician Supervisor

PetVet Care Centers; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption,,

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support — Calm app

CE stipends and career development

Grant Circle relief fund

Local hospital culture backed by NP

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Berkeley Dog & Cat Hospital is seeking a General Practice Technician Supervisor to lead medical staff and manage scheduling within the department. This role requires an RVT and offers a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience.

You will supervise technicians, support patient care, ensure adherence to standards, and maintain equipment and records. A collaborative, mission-driven team environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
• Preferably with Veterinary controlled substance permit
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by examinations, reviews of care plans, labs and imaging.
• Care for patients: vitals, samples, medications, vaccines, wounds.
• Support patient examinations by prep of supplies, securing rooms, and guiding patients as directed.
• Provide knowledge-based care using anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology and equipment.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure patients have food/water, clean rooms, observe for signs of disease.
• Fill prescriptions and document controlled drugs.
• Maintain sterile environment and equipment; prep for procedures.
• Maintain medical records with updates on patient conditions.
• Communicate patient status to pet owner as directed.
• Maintain equipment; troubleshoot, perform maintenance and arrange repairs.
• Manage inventory and orders for supplies.
• Update job knowledge via education and journals.
• Release pets to owners, ensuring cleanliness before release.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager.

Skills

Team orientation

Dependability

Initiative

Flexibility

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Attention to detail

Adherence to rules

Care and compassion

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Veterinary controlled substance permit (preferred)

Job description

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

PetVet Care Centers' Berkeley Dog & Cat Hospital is currently seeking General Practice Technician Supervisorto join their team.

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a General Practice Technician Supervisor who performs the duties of medical technical staff (e.g., technicians and assistants) as well as scheduling and supervising the staff of the assigned department. Expedites the care and efficiency of the department. In charge of patient care standards for the department. Must lead the team by example, demonstrating organizational skills, following company policies, and maintaining a professional attitude.

Berkeley Dog & Cat Hospital in Berkeley, California, is a well-established practice serving a diverse urban community with comprehensive veterinary services. The team is dedicated to progressive medicine, client education, and fostering an inclusive, collaborative work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
• Preferably with Veterinary controlled substance permit
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Care and Compassion: Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support.
• Team Orientation: Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals.
• Dependability: Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals.
• Initiative: Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities.
• Flexibility and Multi-Tasking: Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication: Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others.
• Customer Services: Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
• Organization and Attention to Detail: Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents.
• Adherence to Rules and Instructions: Consistently follows standard procedures.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• 8 hour shift

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$30—$34 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to aCulture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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