Registered Veterinary Technician — Advanced Animal Care

Fresnos Chaffee Zoo Corporation; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision 100% paid

Employee Assistance Program

401k

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Paid vacation

Job summary

Fresno Chaffee Zoo is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to support veterinarians and animal care staff across a diverse species collection. The role includes medical record keeping, anesthesia support, lab work, and medication administration, with a strong emphasis on animal welfare and safety.

Competitive benefits and full-time hours are offered at Fresno, CA. Salary ranges from $22.77 to $27.93 per hour, with comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage and a 401k,

Qualifications

• Degree in Veterinary Technology or related field from an accredited university required.
• Must obtain a California Veterinary Technician license within six (6) months of employment and maintain it throughout employment.
• Minimum two (2) years of paid full-time employment as a veterinary technician is required. AZA experience preferred.
• Valid California driver’s license, insurance, CA Employer Pull Notice enrollment, FCZ Drivers Training within 30 days of hire.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills required. Bilingual skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assists veterinarians and care staff in medical procedures and patient care.
• Input medical records, test results, and anesthesia monitoring sheets into ZIMs within 7 days.
• Performs laboratory work (blood, urine, fecal tests) and handles specimens for reference labs.
• Maintains surgical supplies and prepares the surgical suite.
• Administers medications and treatments as directed by a veterinarian.

Skills

Excellent communication

Driver's license

Bilingual (plus)

Education

CVT degree or related field

California RVT license within 6 months

AZA facility experience preferred

CA Driver License & training compliance

English proficiency

Job description

Fresno Chaffee Zoo is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to support veterinarians and animal care staff across a diverse species collection. The role includes medical record keeping, anesthesia support, lab work, and medication administration, with a strong emphasis on animal welfare and safety.

Competitive benefits and full-time hours are offered at Fresno, CA. Salary ranges from $22.77 to $27.93 per hour, with comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage and a 401k,