Part Time - Registered Veterinary Technician - Paws and Claws Veterinary Hospital

PetVet Care Centers; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $1,000

Culture of Care

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Paws and Claws Veterinary Hospital in Tracy, CA is seeking a Part Time Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team, supporting hospital operations and delivering high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, assisting during surgery, nursing care, maintaining medical records, and communicating with pet owners. We value compassionate, stress-free care and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years of veterinary medicine experience.
• Proficient in surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery.
• Skilled in intubation/extubation, IV catheter placement, blood collection, and other technical veterinary procedures.

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 and vaccines, and wound care.
• Assist with surgeries and examinations by preparing supplies and restraining patients as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain accurate medical records documenting conditions, treatments, and changes.
• Communicate with pet owners about patient status as directed by the veterinarian.

Skills

Surgical preparation

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient recovery

IV catheter placement

Intubation/extubation

Billing/documentation

Fear Free Certification

Low Stress Handling Certification

Inventory experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

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' Paws and Claws Veterinary Hospital is currently seeking Part Time - Registered Veterinary Technician to 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 Registered Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.
At Paws and Claws Veterinary Hospital in Tracy, California strive to make vet visits as stress free as possible for both the patient and the pet owner. We are an AAHA accredited hospital with Fear Free Certified team members and utilize low stress handling techniques. Through collaborative and compassionate care, our goal is to provide a Gold Star Standard of Care!

Why Join Us

• AAHA-Accredited practice
• Fear Free Certified Professionals
  

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)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 3 years of veterinary medicine experience
• Proficient in surgical preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery
• Skilled in intubation/extubation, IV catheter placement, blood collection, and other technical veterinary procedures
  

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Fear Free Certification
• Low Stress Handling Certification
• Experience with inventory control, including ordering supplies and managing stock levels
  

Schedule

• 4–8 hour shifts scheduled between 7:45 AM and 7:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with a 1-hour lunch break.
• 4–8 hour shifts scheduled between 7:45 AM and 5:00 PM on Saturdays, with a 30-minute lunch break. Saturday shifts rotate among team members.
• Full-time position, with a minimum of 30 hours and a maximum of 40 hours per week.
  

Pay Range

$23—$26.25 USD
At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture 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.
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