Registered Veterinary Technician

CareVet; Franklin (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k)/Retirement Plan

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Uniform/Scrub Allowance

Continuing Education Allowance

Paid Licensing/Professional Dues

Job summary

CareVet is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team. You will provide compassionate nursing care for hospitalized and outpatient patients, perform venipuncture, manage anesthesia, and assist with surgery and dental procedures.

You’ll also collect lab samples, educate clients, and maintain precise medical records while collaborating with veterinarians, assistants, and receptionists to ensure smooth patient care.

Qualifications

• Active RVT license in good standing.
• Experience as a veterinary technician in a clinical setting.
• Comfort with anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, radiology, lab procedures, and nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient patients.
• Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters.
• Collect and process laboratory samples.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Prepare patients for surgery and dental procedures.
• Induce and monitor anesthesia.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Educate clients on medications and preventive care.

Skills

Venipuncture

Anesthesia management

Dental radiographs

Laboratory procedures

Medical records

Client education

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Restraint techniques

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license

Tools

Anesthesia machine

Dental radiography equipment

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Bring your skills. Make a difference. Love what you do.

Are you an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician who wants to do more than just “get through the day”? We’re looking for a skilled, compassionate, and dependable Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team. We want someone who takes pride in excellent patient care, communicates well with clients and coworkers, and genuinely enjoys being part of a veterinary team. If you’re looking for a practice where your knowledge, experience, and technical skills are valued, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Providing compassionate nursing care to hospitalized and outpatient patients
• Performing venipuncture and placing IV catheters
• Collecting and processing laboratory samples
• Administering medications, injections, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Preparing patients for surgical and dental procedures
• Inducing and monitoring anesthesia
• Monitoring patients throughout procedures and recovery
• Performing dental radiographs and assisting with dental procedures
• Taking diagnostic radiographs
• Maintaining accurate and thorough medical records
• Educating clients about medications, treatments, preventive care, and follow-up instructions
• Maintaining proper cleanliness, organization, and infection-control standards
• Recognizing changes in a patient’s condition and communicating concerns promptlyWorking closely with veterinarians, assistants, receptionists, and fellow technicians to keep patient care running smoothly

Who We’re Looking For

• Are a Registered Veterinary Technician in good standing
• Have previous veterinary technician experience
• Are comfortable with anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, radiology, laboratory procedures, and patient nursing
• Can confidently handle dogs and cats using compassionate, appropriate restraint techniques
• Have strong communication and client-education skills
• Remain calm and focused when the hospital gets busy
• Are dependable, organized, and attentive to detail
• Work well independently while also being a supportive team member
• Bring a positive, solutions-oriented attitude to work
• Believe every patient deserves kindness, patience, and excellent care

Why You’ll Want to Work with Us

Great veterinary medicine takes a great team—and great technicians deserve to feel appreciated for the expertise they bring to that team. We strive to create a workplace where employees are respected, supported, and encouraged to use their skills to their fullest potential.

We know veterinary medicine can be demanding. That’s why we’re not simply looking for someone who can place a catheter, monitor anesthesia, or take a great radiograph. We’re looking for a teammate. Someone who celebrates a nervous patient’s small victory. Someone who understands how much a reassuring conversation can mean to a worried pet owner. Someone who jumps in when a coworker needs help—and knows their team will do the same for them.

What we offer

• Competitive Compensation Based On Experience
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k)/Retirement Plan
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Uniform/Scrub Allowance
• Continuing Education Allowance
• Paid Licensing/Professional Dues
• A supportive, collaborative team environment

We can’t wait to learn more about you—and the experience, compassion, and personality you’ll bring to our practice.

[Practice Name] is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a welcoming and respectful workplace.