Registered Veterinary Technician

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

CE allowance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Bonus package

Job summary

Claremont Veterinary Hospital seeks an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to support outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry. The role blends exam room duties with hands-on procedural support and requires strong client communication and clinical knowledge.

The candidate will manage anesthesia, keep detailed records, and guide treatment plans with compassion. A full-time schedule offers a robust benefits package and professional growth

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing California RVT.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, anesthesia, dental care, radiography, venipuncture, restraint, client communication.

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

Radiography

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Radiology safety

Laboratory testing

Patient handling

Client education

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician in California

Tools

Radiography equipment

Endoscopy equipment

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 California
• 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-standingRegistered 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 1 credentialed technician caring for dogs and cats. The hospital offers digital X-ray and dental radiography, two dental units, a new endoscope tower, and two rigid endoscopes. Team members can gain exposure to general practice, dentistry, two dental units, and dermatology. 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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