Registered Veterinary Technician - Part-time/Weekends

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401k with company match

Job summary

Burlingame Family Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) for a weekend-only role, with shifts Saturday and/or Sunday. The position supports exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows at our Woodside partner location, with plans to move closer to Burlingame as space becomes available.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of veterinary experience, active CA RVT, and strong client communication, with proficiency in anesthesia, surgery, dental care, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing RVT in California.
• Recent graduates eligible to transfer license may apply.

Responsibilities

• Support exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist with surgical procedures and postoperative care.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Explain treatment plans and discharge instructions to clients.
• Identify patient concerns and support case management across the hospital.
• Build strong client relationships through education and attentive service.

Skills

Anesthesia administration

Surgical assistance

Dental prophylaxis

Radiography

Patient monitoring

Client communication

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) 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-standingRegistered 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.

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This is a good‑faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$35 - $40 USD

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