Registered Veterinary Technician - Part-time/Weekends

Burlingame Family Pet Hospital; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Burlingame Family Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician for a weekend-only, part-time role with shifts on Saturday and/or Sunday. The RVT will support anesthesia, surgery, dentistry, and client communication while ensuring high standards of patient care.

This position requires 3+ years of experience, CA RVT licensure, and strong skills in anesthesia, dental radiography, venipuncture, and radiology.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in California.
• Proficiency in anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery; surgical assistance; dental prophylaxis and radiography.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist with surgical procedures including patient prep, positioning, and post‑op care.
• Perform dental procedures including prophylaxis and radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and review treatment plans with clients.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Dental prophylaxis

Venipuncture

Radiology

Surgical assistance

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (California)

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician - Part-time/Weekends

Burlingame Family Pet Hospital is seeking an experiencedRegistered Veterinary Technician (RVT) for a weekend-only position, with shifts available Saturday and/or Sunday. Burlingame Family Pet Hospital is currently operating out of our partner hospital, Village Square Woodside in Redwood City, while we work to secure a temporary location in San Carlos. Weekend team members will initially work at the Woodside location, with the expectation that the team will transition to a location within 30 minutes of Burlingame once secured.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands‑on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting with surgical procedures, including patient preparation, positioning, surgical support, and post-operative care
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour, plus a $2 per hour weekend differential
• Part-time, weekend-only position with 8-hour shifts scheduled on Saturday and/or Sunday

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of California
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

Part‑time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Strong critical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast‑paced environment

**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply**

Why chooseBurlingame Family Pet Hospital?

At Burlingame Family Pet Hospital, we provide a complete range of services to companion animals in the California Bay Area. We're equipped to perform soft‑tissue surgery, general wellness, urgent care, dentistry, orthopedics, and more out of our state‑of‑the‑art surgical suite. Our 9 doctors are well‑equipped with digital radiology, in‑house diagnostics, all computerized records (Evet/Pulse), and most of all, a talented and committed support staff team.

Pay Range

$35 - $40 USD

Burlingame Family Pet Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.