Registered Veterinary Technician

CLAREMONT VETERINARY HOSPITAL; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k with company match

CE allowance

Job summary

Claremont Veterinary Hospital in Claremont, CA seeks an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team. The RVT will support outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry, while maintaining high standards of patient care and client communication.

The role requires wildlife- or general-practice clinical skills, strong teamwork, and the ability to move between exam room and procedure support as part of a collaborative hospital team.

Qualifications

• Active and good-standing RVT in California.
• Clinical skills in anesthesia, dentistry, radiography, venipuncture, and patient monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery and dental procedures, including radiography.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Anesthetic induction

Dental prophylaxis

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

IV catheter

Radiology safety

Diagnostics

Client education

Multitasking

Quality patient care

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician CA

Job description

Claremont Veterinary Hospitalis seeking an experiencedRegistered 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:$30 - $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

*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.

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Claremont Veterinary Hospital 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. We are 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 us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.