Registered Veterinary Technician - Campus Veterinary Clinic

Amerivet; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral program

CE programs provided at no cost

401(k) matching

Student loan assistance

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

AmeriVet's Campus Veterinary Clinic in Berkeley, CA is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join a hands-on clinical team focused on anesthesia, dentistry, and patient care. The ideal candidate will be confident working independently within their scope of practice and passionate about delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.

This RVT role emphasizes anesthesia support, dental procedures, patient assessments, in-house diagnostics, and collaboration with

Qualifications

• California RVT license required.
• Minimum of one year of RVT experience in a veterinary clinical setting.
• Experience with anesthesia, including induction, intubation, monitoring and recovery.
• Hands-on experience with dental scaling, polishing and dental radiographs.

Responsibilities

• Anesthesia & Surgical Support: prepare patients, monitor anesthesia, assist veterinarians during surgery, maintain equipment.
• Dentistry: perform dental cleanings, scaling, polishing, and radiographs; assist with dental procedures.
• General Clinical Responsibilities: monitor vital signs, collect samples, perform in-house diagnostics, administer treatments, maintain records.
• Communication & teamwork: coordinate with veterinarians and staff to ensure patient care and treatment plans.

Skills

Anesthesia

Dental procedures

Vital signs monitoring

Clinical documentation

Team collaboration

Communication

Tools

Radiographs

Anesthesia equipment

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician - Campus Veterinary ClinicWe use cookies to make the safest and most effective website possible.# Amerivet Careers## Registered Veterinary Technician - Campus Veterinary ClinicApply: Berkeley, CA: Full time: Posted Today: JR109716# **Registered Veterinary Technician - Campus Veterinary Clinic**## Berkeley, California We are seeking an experienced and motivated **Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)** to join our veterinary team! The ideal candidate is confident in their clinical abilities, comfortable working independently within their scope of practice, and passionate about providing high-quality patient care. This position is well suited for an RVT who enjoys a hands-on clinical role, has a strong foundation in anesthesia and dentistry, and thrives in a collaborative veterinary environment. ## **Who We're Looking For**We are looking for a knowledgeable, dependable, and team-oriented RVT with at least one year of experience working as a Registered Veterinary Technician in a veterinary clinical setting. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a variety of clinical responsibilities, particularly anesthesia and dental procedures. **Responsibilities include:****Anesthesia & Surgical Support*** Prepare patients for surgical procedures, including pre-anesthetic assessments and patient preparation.* Perform anesthetic induction and intubation within applicable scope-of-practice requirements.* Monitor and maintain anesthesia throughout procedures, including monitoring vital signs and anesthetic depth.* Recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient status during anesthesia and recovery.* Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures and provide appropriate perioperative patient care.* Maintain and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment. **Dentistry*** Perform dental cleanings, including scaling and polishing.* Obtain and interpret dental radiographs for veterinarian review.* Assist veterinarians with dental procedures and treatments.* Maintain dental equipment and instruments.* Experience assisting with dental extractions is a plus but not required. **General Clinical Responsibilities*** Perform patient assessments and obtain accurate vital signs.* Collect and process laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostics.* Assist with radiographs and other diagnostic procedures.* Administer medications and treatments as directed and within applicable scope-of-practice requirements.* Provide patient monitoring and nursing care.* Communicate effectively with veterinarians and other team members regarding patient status and treatment plans.* Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.* Support a clean, organized, and efficient treatment environment. **Qualifications*** **Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license required.*** Minimum of **one year of experience working as an RVT in a veterinary clinical setting.*** Demonstrated experience with anesthesia, including induction, intubation, monitoring, and recovery.* Hands-on experience performing dental scaling, polishing, and obtaining dental radiographs required.* Experience with dental extractions preferred but not required.* Strong knowledge of veterinary nursing practices and patient care.* Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately.* Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills.* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced veterinary environment. **Compensation is $28.50-$38.50/hr, depending on experience. Full-Time and Part-Time schedules available.** **What Makes Us Different*** Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!* Career development and advancement opportunities.* CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!**Learn more about us at:** **http://amerivet.com/veterinary-jobs/**At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:* Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.* Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.* Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.* Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.* A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career – no matter where you start.