Registered Veterinary Technician - Cottage Pet Hospital

AmeriVet Veterinary Partners; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 91,693,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,500 sign-on bonus

Competitive pay

Pet care discounts

Job summary

Cottage Pet Hospital in Anaheim, CA is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team. We’re looking for a dependable, detail-oriented professional passionate about patient care, collaboration, and mentorship. This role emphasizes anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and team development.

Pay is $32.00–$38.00/hour, depending on experience, with a $2,500 sign-on bonus. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities within the AmeriVet network.

Qualifications

• Current RVT license required.
• 3+ years of clinical veterinary experience preferred.
• Strong experience with anesthesia monitoring and dental procedures.

Responsibilities

• Rooming patients and obtaining medical histories.
• Assist surgeries and maintain efficient surgical flow.
• Provide anesthesia monitoring and perioperative care.
• Place IV catheters and draw blood.
• Perform dental procedures including extractions.
• Take radiographs and ensure proper positioning.
• Educate clients on care and follow-up.
• Support training and mentorship of team members.
• Help manage inventory and supplies.
• Schedule surgeries and ensure on-time procedures.

Skills

RVT license

Anesthesia monitoring

Dental procedures

Surgical experience

Team mentorship

Inventory management

Job description

• Performing dental procedures, including dental extractions

Registered Veterinary Technician

Cottage Pet Hospital | Anaheim, CA

Join Our Team!

Cottage Pet Hospital is looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team. We’re seeking a dependable, detail-oriented veterinary professional who is passionate about patient care, enjoys working collaboratively, and is interested in sharing their knowledge and skills with the rest of the team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RVT who wants to take on a strong clinical role with an emphasis on anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and team development.

Pay: $32.00–$38.00/hour, depending on experience

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus

What You’ll Do

As an RVT at Cottage Pet Hospital, you will play an important role in providing high-quality patient care and supporting the hospital's day-to-day medical and surgical operations. Responsibilities include:

• Rooming patients and obtaining thorough medical histories


• Assisting with surgical procedures and maintaining efficient surgical flow


• Providing strong anesthesia monitoring and perioperative patient care


• Placing IV catheters and drawing blood


• Running and interpreting routine in-house bloodwork


• Performing dental procedures, including dental extractions


• Taking diagnostic radiographs and ensuring proper patient positioning


• Safely handling and restraining patients


• Educating clients on patient care, treatment recommendations, and follow-up


• Managing surgery-related inventory, medications, and supplies


• Assisting with surgery scheduling and helping ensure procedures stay on schedule


• Supporting the training, development, and mentorship of other veterinary team members


• Serving as a positive, knowledgeable resource for veterinary technicians and support staff

What We’re Looking For

• Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license


• 3+ years of clinical veterinary experience


• Strong experience with anesthesia monitoring


• Experience performing dental extractions


• Strong surgical experience and understanding of perioperative patient care


• Ability to teach, train, and mentor veterinary team members


• Experience managing surgical and back-of-house inventory


• Strong organizational and time-management skills


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills


• A dependable, detail-oriented approach to patient care


• Commitment to compassionate patient care and client education


• Availability to work weekends


• Ability to work full-time

Benefits

At AmeriVet, we recognize the dedication it takes to provide exceptional veterinary care. We offer benefits and resources designed to support our veterinary professionals both personally and professionally.

• Competitive pay


• $2,500 sign-on bonus


• Pet care discounts for personal pets


• Career development and advancement opportunities


• Referral program


• Opportunities to grow within the AmeriVet network of 200+ partnering practices


• Supportive teams and opportunities to learn from experienced veterinary professionals

About Cottage Pet Hospital

Cottage Pet Hospital is part of the AmeriVet network of veterinary practices. Our team is committed to providing high-quality medicine while creating a supportive environment where veterinary professionals can continue to develop their skills and advance their careers.

Learn more about Cottage Pet Hospital at cottagepethospital.com.

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.