Registered Veterinary Technician (or RVT equivalent)

United Veterinary Care; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

401(k)

Continuing education support

Job summary

North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic (NPVEC) seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our 24/7 emergency team in the San Mateo area. This full-time position offers a signing bonus, mentorship, and a collaborative environment dedicated to patient and client care.

We provide comprehensive orientation, continuing education support, and a benefits package including 401(k). The ideal candidate has RVT certification (or eligibility), at least one year of RVT experience (emergency

Qualifications

• Current RVT certification (or eligible for certification)
• Minimum one year RVT experience (emergency experience preferred)
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Leadership and decision‑making abilities
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Exceptional animal handling skills and reading body language

Responsibilities

• Assist DVMs in emergency procedures and triage
• Perform RVT duties including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and monitoring
• Manage workflow and prioritize cases during shifts
• Prepare and assist with anesthesia induction and monitoring (as applicable)
• Support rapid response for critical patients and in-house care

Skills

RVT certification

RVT experience

Teamwork & communication

Leadership & decision-making

Attention to detail

Animal handling

Multitasking

Clinical communication

Job description

Description

REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN (or RVT equivalent)

Signing Bonus to Qualified Applicants!!

Are you ready to bring your skills to a hospital where they truly matter, and continue growing every day? Do you want to work for an employer that supports staff, will invest in your professional development, and values continuing education? If you are passionate about elevating the patient and client experience, we would love to meet you.

About Us

North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic (NPVEC) is a 24-hour, 7 day-a-week veterinary emergency hospital serving the San Mateo and San Francisco areas for over 50 years. We are a dynamic, progressive emergency practice providing high-quality emergency and urgent care services to companion animals.

Our collaborative team includes experienced DVMs (many with 15+ years at our hospital), seasoned RVTs, and access to services including endoscopy, neurology, and surgical specialty. We pride ourselves on teamwork, clinical excellence, and strong relationships with referring veterinarians throughout the region.

What You Can Expect

• Comprehensive orientation and workflow training
• Mentorship from highly experienced RVTs and DVMs
• A cohesive, supportive team environment
• Competitive pay (commensurate with experience)
• Benefits package including 401(k)
• Continuing education support

Position Overview

We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with:

• Current RVT certification (or equivalent training and eligibility for certification)
• Minimum one year of RVT experience (emergency experience preferred)
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

We are hiring for all shifts (overnight, swing, and day). This is a full-time position four to five days per week, with some scheduling flexibility.

Required Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate is confident, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced emergency environment.

Clinical & Technical Skills

• IV catheter placement in emergent patients
• Venipuncture from accessible vessels
• Ability to calculate: drug dose, IV fluid rates, CRIs, and fluid additives
• Anesthesia induction, intubation, and monitoring (if RVT certified)
• Radiology proficiency
• Triage and prioritization of emergent vs. non-emergent cases
• Recognition of critical patients requiring immediate intervention
• CPR preparation and intervention
• Rapid setup for procedures including:
• Anesthesia induction
• Feline urethral obstruction
• CPR
• Immediate emergency response support (oxygen support, monitoring setup, ultrasound preparation)
• In-house patient care management
• Sampling catheter placement (a plus - we will train if needed)

Professional Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to manage workflow during shift
• Strong leadership and decision‑making skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Exceptional animal handling skills, including fractious or fearful patients
• Ability to read and assess animal body language
• Ability to anticipate doctor and team needs
• Strong multitasking ability in high-pressure situations

Physical Requirements

This is a physically demanding emergency position. Candidates must be able to:

• Lift 40 pounds unaided
• Assist with patients up to 120 pounds
• Frequently stand, walk, run, bend, crouch, reach, push, and pull

We are a growing, progressive hospital that values dedication, skill, and compassion. If you are ready to advance your emergency career in a collaborative and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-Time Pay: $ 37-41 per hour and/or (depending on experience- DOE)

We look forward to welcoming you to our team