Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Bexley Animal Hospital in Columbus, OH is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to support outpatient and procedural care including surgery and dentistry. The role emphasizes clinical knowledge, client communication, and high-quality patient care in a busy general practice.

The RVT will handle anesthesia induction, monitoring, surgery assistance, dental procedures, and maintain detailed medical records, with a focus on education and compassionate service.

Qualifications

• 3+ years veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in Ohio
• Exotic animal experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Support exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assist in surgery
• Perform dental prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identify patient concerns and support efficient case management
• Build strong client relationships through education and communication

Skills

3+ years experience

RVT in Ohio

Exotic animals

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Dental radiography

Client education

Medical record keeping

Education

Ohio RVT license

Job description

Bexley Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

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 in surgery
• 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

This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $ 21 - $25 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a flexible schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday. No weekends! We are also open to part-time scheduling.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2,000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Ohio
• 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 Ohio **
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Exotic animal experience strongly preferred
  • Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
  • Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
  • Client education and communication
  • Ability to prioritize tasks 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 choose us?

Rooted in community and driven by compassion, Bexley Animal Hospital aims to serve as a trusted partner in our patients' lifetime health. As a full-service, 3-doctor hospital in Columbus, located just 10 minutes from campus, we offer preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, and ongoing support in a welcoming, client-focused environment. We focus on empowering pet owners with information, guidance, and clear care options, and our mission is to help pet owners make the best choices for their pets - at our clinic, as well as at home. Our goal is to deliver attentive, quality-driven veterinary care in a welcoming environment where pets feel safe — and their humans feel heard.

Pay Range

$21 - $25 USD

Western Veterinary Partners 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. Western Veterinary Partners is 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 [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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