Registered Veterinary Technician

Purrfurably Cats; Monterey (CA); Vor Ort; USD 41.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

CE allowance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Zusammenfassung

Purrfurably Cats is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our feline-only practice in Monterey, CA. You will support surgery, anesthesia, dental procedures, and provide patient care with autonomy and teamwork.

Responsibilities include scheduling, anesthetic preparation, monitoring, dental prophylaxis and radiography, client guidance, and post‑operative care. A CA RVT license and 3+ years' experience are expected.

Qualifikationen

• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in California (CA RVT).
• 3+ years veterinary technician experience.
• Experience with feline anesthesia, dental work, and surgery support.

Aufgaben

• Coordinate surgical and dental procedure schedules.
• Prepare and calculate anesthetic medications and dosages.
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
• Monitor recovery and ongoing patient care.
• Guide clients through admission and discharge with compassion.

Kenntnisse

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Monitoring

Feline anesthesia

Surgical assistance

Aseptic technique

Dental prophylaxis

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Multitasking

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Communication skills

Ausbildung

California RVT license

Jobbeschreibung

Purrfurably Cats is seeking an experienced RegisteredVeterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and provide dedicated support for surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who wants to fully utilize their skillset with autonomy, trust, and support in a fast-paced, collaborative general practice environment. From induction through recovery, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, high-quality patient care alongside a veterinary team that values skilled technicians.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Coordinating surgical and dental procedure schedules
• Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and drug dosages
• Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia patients
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Monitoring patient recovery and ongoing procedural care
• Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $30 - $40 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 5/8 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday .

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

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 3+ 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
  • Feline Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong critical thinking and attention to detail
  • Effective teamwork and professional communication skills

**Out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply

Why choose Purrfurably Cats?

Purrfurably Cats is a feline-only practice with 2 doctors and 1 credentialed technician dedicated to caring for cats. The hospital offers digital X-ray and digital dental radiography and provides a specialized feline caseload that includes general practice surgery, dentistry, hospice care, at-home euthanasia, and luxury boarding. For veterinary professionals who are passionate about feline medicine and enjoy a focused patient population, this practice offers an opportunity to deepen cat-specific skills and client relationships. Located in Monterey, the hospital is surrounded by beautiful coastline, outdoor recreation, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, historic areas, and a strong food and arts scene.

Pay Range

$35 - $40 USD

Purrfurably Cats 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.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of 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.

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As an equal opportunity employer, we invite applicants to voluntarily self-identify demographic information for compliance and reporting purposes. Completion of this form is entirely voluntary and refusal to provide this information will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

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