Registered Veterinary Technician- Diablo View Veterinary Hospital

PetVet Care Centers; Pleasant Hill (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support — Calm app

CE stipends and career development

Grant Circle relief fund

Local hospital culture backed by NP

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers’ Diablo View Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to support hospital operations and provide high‑quality veterinary care.

The RVT will perform exams, assist veterinarians, manage medications, and ensure patient safety throughout all procedures in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid RVT license in good standing or be eligible for licensure.
• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program.
• Experience with dental procedures and veterinary nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct examinations, review care plans, perform labs and imaging to determine animal needs.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and monitor patient responses under veterinarian direction.
• Assist with examinations, restrain animals, prepare supplies, and maintain a safe clinical environment.

Skills

Animal restraint

Venipuncture

Medical terminology

Infection control

Client communication

Pharmacology basics

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Diablo View Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Registered Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, restraining patients, and aiding as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients’ rooms, cages, and equipment, and observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, and following standards and procedures in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.
• Experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with Dental experience.
• Knowledge of the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of pets receiving surgery, as well as basic pet nursing.
• Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license in good standing (or eligibility for licensure, if applicable).
• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical veterinary experience preferred (new graduates are encouraged to apply if applicable).
• Proficiency in animal restraint and handling techniques for a variety of species.
• Experience with venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory sample collection, and diagnostic testing.
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, surgical assistance, and patient recovery protocols.
• Ability to administer medications and vaccines as directed by the veterinarian.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, infection control, and veterinary nursing standards.
• Excellent communication and client education skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Basic computer skills and experience with veterinary practice management software preferred.
• Ability to lift and restrain animals weighing up to 50 pounds (or more with assistance).

Preferred Skills

• Experience with EMR systems.
• Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support.
• Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals.
• Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals.
• Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities.
• Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively.
• Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others.
• Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
• Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents.
• Consistently follows standard procedures.
• Experience in emergency, specialty, or general practice veterinary medicine.
• Experience with digital radiography, dental prophylaxis, and dental radiology.

Schedule

Monday (8 AM-5 PM), Tuesday - Friday (8 AM-6 PM)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range: $24.75—$30.25 USD

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