Registered Veterinary Technician

Adobe Animal Hospital - Petaluma; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Bonus package

Job summary

Adobe Animal Hospital in Petaluma, CA seeks an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team for outpatient and procedural care, including surgery and dentistry. The RVT will balance exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support in a dynamic general practice.

Responsibilities include anesthesia, surgical assistance, dental procedures, medical record documentation, and clear discharge instructions with clients.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience preferred.
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in California.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, dental procedures, radiography, venipuncture, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Support exam rooms and outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist with surgeries, including patient prep and post-op care.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and radiography.

Skills

Patient assessment

Nursing care

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Aseptic technique

Dental prophylaxis

Dental radiography

Venipuncture/IV

Radiology safety

Medication calculations

Lab sample collection

Client education

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician in California

Job description

Adobe Animal 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, judgement, 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 with surgical procedures, including patient preparation, surgical support, and post-operative care
• 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 - $36 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Tues­day through 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 with HSA options and choice of UnitedHealthcare or Kaiser Permanente
• 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:

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience preferred
• 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
• Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
• Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
• Radiology positioning and safety protocols
• Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
• Laboratory sample collection and in‑house diagnostic testing
• Client education and communication
• Effective teamwork and professional communication skills
• 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 Adobe Animal Hospital?

Adobe Animal Hospital in Petaluma is a full‑service veterinary hospital dedicated to providing high‑quality, compassionate care to dogs and cats. Our team includes four DVMs and three RVTs who work together to provide thoughtful, individualized care in a supportive and collaborative environment. The hospital offers comprehensive wellness and preventive care, dentistry, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, digital radiography, ultrasonography, endoscopy, in‑house laboratory diagnostics, and other comprehensive medical services.

Adobe is proud to be AAHA accredited, Fear Free, and a Cat Friendly Practice, with a strong commitment to low‑stress handling and patient comfort. The team has built lasting relationships with loyal clients over the years and takes pride in knowing their patients and families well. They are committed to providing consistent, personalized care and creating an environment where pets, clients, and team members feel known, supported, and cared for.

Pay Range

$30 - $36 USD

Adobe Animal 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.

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