Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Swing Shift - Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group Orange County

PetVet Care Centers; San Juan Capistrano (CA); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with contributions

Sign-on bonus up to $1,000

Career development resources

Pet discounts

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group - Orange County is seeking Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT) for Swing Shift in San Juan Capistrano, CA. The role involves patient care, examinations, anesthesia support, and maintaining records, with a 12PM-10:30PM shift and at least one weekend night.

Eligible candidates must have an RVT license with anesthesia experience, a high school diploma or GED, and be comfortable with triage and balancing hospitalized patients' care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license is required with anesthesia experience.
• Strong Shift Lead RVT for overnight shifts, able to triage and balance hospitalized patients' care, and handle incoming client calls.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to patients and clients.
• Assist during examinations and surgeries; provide nursing care and maintain medical records.
• Assess animal requirements, prepare supplies, restrain patients, and ensure safe, humane care.

Skills

RVT license

Anesthesia experience

Overnight shift readiness

Client communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

PetVet Care Centers' Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group - Orange County is currently seeking Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT) - Swing Shift to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

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. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group Orange County in San Juan Capistrano, California was founded in 2010 to bring the same internationally acclaimed standard of care that defines VMSG Ventura to Orange County — and it delivers, with a 24/7/365 ICU staffed by a board-certified criticalist, board-certified specialists in internal medicine, cardiology, and surgery, and a commitment to the highest nurse-to-patient ratios possible. Working seamlessly as an extension of primary care veterinarians, the team uses cutting-edge diagnostics, surgical instrumentation, and technical knowledge to tackle the most complex and challenging medical conditions with a collaborative team approach.

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, and restraining patients; aids 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; 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, following standards and procedures, and 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, maintaining equipment supplies, 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 (Required)

• High school diploma or GED.
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license required with anesthesia experience.
• Need a strong Shift Lead RVT for overnight shifts, able to triage and balance hospitalized patients' care, incoming client calls, etc.
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.

Schedule:

• Full-Time, Swing Shift.
• Thursday through Sunday swing shifts, 12PM-10:30PM.
• Must be able to work a minimum of one weekend night shift, Saturday or Sunday.

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• 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

$31.57—$38.59 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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