Registered Veterinary Technician

Polk Street Animal Hospital; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Employee pet discounts

Continuing education allowance

Uniform allowance

VTNE reimbursement

Professional development opportunities

Six paid holidays

Employee discount program

Job summary

Polk Street Animal Hospital in San Francisco is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our busy, four-day-per-week practice. This full-time role requires a California RVT license (or eligibility) and at least one year of clinical experience, with new grads encouraged to apply.

You’ll perform anesthesia, dentistry, radiography, venipuncture, and inpatient nursing, while delivering compassionate client care.

Qualifications

• Current California RVT license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• One year of veterinary clinical experience preferred; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Ability to work four 10-hour shifts with some Saturdays.
• Strong venipuncture, anesthesia, dentistry, and radiography skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Induce anesthesia and monitor patients through anesthesia and recovery.
• Prepare patients for surgery and provide advanced anesthetic support.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and take dental radiographs.
• Take diagnostic digital radiographs.
• Run in-house IDEXX laboratory diagnostics.
• Calculate and administer medications accurately.
• Provide treatments, monitoring, and nursing care for hospitalized patients.
• Educate clients on their pets’ care with clear, compassionate communication.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Anesthesia

Dentistry

Radiography

Medication calculation

Client communication

Teamwork

Education

California Registered Veterinary Technician license

Tools

IDEXX lab diagnostics

Job description

Who we are:

Polk Street Animal Hospital is Hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Registered Veterinary Technician

Status: Full-Time

Salary: $25.00–$35.00/hr, based on experience, skills, and licensure

Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week; some Saturdays required

Experience: One year of veterinary clinical experience preferred; new graduates encouraged to apply

Credential: Current California Registered Veterinary Technician license, or eligibility to obtain licensure

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Ready to practice to the full extent of your license on a four-day week, with a team that truly values your skills?

At Polk Street Animal Hospital, we believe exceptional veterinary care starts with an outstanding team. We’re a busy multi-doctor hospital serving San Francisco’s vibrant Russian Hill and Polk Gulch neighborhoods, where high-quality veterinary care is always in demand.

We’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician who is passionate about animal health, dedicated to excellent patient and client care, and eager to grow in a supportive, collaborative environment. Whether you bring years of experience or you’re a motivated new graduate, we’d love to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Use your full skill set. We encourage every Registered Veterinary Technician to practice to the full extent of their education, training, and licensure.
• A four-day workweek. Four 10-hour shifts give you more days away from the hospital.
• Meaningful community impact. Care for pets and families in one of San Francisco’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
• Easy commute. A convenient location with easy access to public transportation.
• A team that grows together. Work alongside colleagues who value collaboration, learning, and professional growth.
• New graduates welcome. Motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply and build their skills with our support.

What You’ll Do

• Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)
• Induce anesthesia and monitor patients through anesthesia and recovery
• Prepare patients for surgery and provide advanced anesthetic support
• Perform dental prophylaxis and take dental radiographs
• Take diagnostic digital radiographs
• Run in-house IDEXX laboratory diagnostics
• Calculate and administer medications accurately
• Provide treatments, monitoring, and nursing care for hospitalized patients
• Assess patients and support veterinarians with ongoing care plans
• Educate clients on their pets’ care with clear, compassionate communication

Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.

What You’ll Bring

• Current California Registered Veterinary Technician license, or eligibility to obtain licensure
• One year of veterinary clinical experience preferred; motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply
• Strong technical skills in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia, dentistry, and radiography
• Accuracy with medication calculations and administration
• Excellent client communication and education skills
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to teamwork
• Availability to work some Saturdays
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re a Registered Veterinary Technician who wants to put your full skill set to work on a four-day week, surrounded by a team that supports your growth, we’d love to meet you. Polk Street Animal Hospital is ready to welcome you.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Polk Street Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.