Registered Veterinary Technician

Western Veterinary Partners; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 38,573,000 - 48,216,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Part-time benefits

Job summary

Claremont Veterinary Hospital is a busy 3‑doctor small‑animal practice seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to support outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic general practice environment, balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands‑on procedural support. Credentialed technicians bring clinical knowledge and communication skills to elevate patient care.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good‑standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery.
• Perform dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography.
• Maintain accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Identify patient concerns and support efficient case management across the hospital.
• Build strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Anesthetic induction

Monitoring

Dental prophylaxis

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Radiology safety

Lab testing

Low-stress handling

Client education

Multitasking

Continuous learning

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (CA)

Job description

Claremont 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.

Responsibilities Include

• 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

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.

Schedule And Compensation

• Compensation: $28 - $35 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full‑time position, with a 5/8 schedule and availability needed Monday‑Saturday.

Full‑time Benefits Package*

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good‑standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of [state]
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: 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
• Part‑time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum Qualifications And Skill Set

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good‑standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California**
• Proficiency in the following skills:

• Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
• Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
• Radiology positioning and safety protocols
• Laboratory sample collection and in‑house diagnostic testing
• Safe, low‑stress patient handling and restraint techniques
• Client education and communication
• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• 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

Why choose Claremont Veterinary Hospital?

Claremont Veterinary Hospital is a 3‑doctor small‑animal practice with 4 credentialed technicians caring for dogs and cats. The hospital offers digital X‑ray and dental radiography, ultrasound, orthopedic instrumentation, a new endoscope tower, two dental units, and two rigid endoscopes. Team members can gain exposure to general practice, dentistry, dermatology, laparoscopic surgery, and TTA procedures. The combination of a credentialed technical team and advanced equipment creates opportunities to build and expand clinical skills. Claremont is a charming community at the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, known for tree‑lined streets, the Claremont Colleges, local restaurants, arts, and easy access to Los Angeles.

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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