Registered Veterinary Technician - Shadow Hills Pet Clinic

140397 Shadow Hills Pet Clinic LP; California; On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet care discounts

CE allowance

Career development and advancement

Referral program

AmeriVet network access

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Shadow Hills Pet Clinic Sun Valley, California is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join a collaborative, long-standing practice. The RVT will perform dentistry, anesthesia, patient assessment, and gentle client communication in a fast-paced general practice.

Ideal candidates hold a current RVT license, have 2+ years of veterinary experience, and possess strong dentistry and anesthesia skills. Competitive pay is offered based on experience, with benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Current RVT license.
• 2+ years veterinary experience.
• Experience with dentistry and dental extractions.
• Experience with anesthesia and patient monitoring.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced general practice.

Responsibilities

• Obtain thorough patient histories and perform TPRs.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, procedures, and patient restraint.
• Place IV catheters and obtain blood samples.
• Perform and assist with anesthesia, including induction, intubation, monitoring, and aseptic technique.
• Perform dental procedures including digital dental radiographs, scaling, and polishing.
• Assist with and perform dental extractions.
• Take and properly position patients for digital radiographs.
• Run in-house laboratory testing, including cytology, fecal testing, HM5, VetScan, and Sedivue.
• Provide compassionate client education and communication.
• Maintain a positive, supportive, and team-oriented work environment.

Skills

Dental procedures

Anesthesia

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Vital signs

Education

RVT license

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician – Shadow Hills Pet Clinic Sun Valley, California

Join the team at Shadow Hills Pet Clinic, a long-standing general practice committed to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care to the Sun Valley community. We’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician who is dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative team. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills and experience in dentistry, dental extractions, and anesthesia. Compensation within the posted range will be based on experience, with particular consideration given to hands‑on experience with dental extractions and anesthesia. Pay Range: $29.00–$33.00/hour, depending on experience

What You’ll Do

• Obtain thorough patient histories and perform TPRs
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, procedures, and patient restraint
• Place IV catheters and obtain blood samples
• Perform and assist with anesthesia, including induction, intubation, monitoring, and aseptic technique
• Perform dental procedures including digital dental radiographs, scaling, and polishing
• Assist with and perform dental extractions
• Take and properly position patients for digital radiographs
• Run in‑house laboratory testing, including cytology, fecal testing, HM5, VetScan, and Sedivue
• Provide compassionate client education and communication
• Maintain a positive, supportive, and team‑oriented work environment

Requirements

• Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license
• 2+ years of veterinary experience
• Strong technical and patient‑care skills
• Hands‑on experience with dentistry and dental extractions
• Experience with anesthesia and patient monitoring
• Excellent communication and client‑service skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced general practice

Benefits

• Pet care discounts
• Continuing education allowance
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Referral program
• Access to opportunities across AmeriVet’s network of more than 200 practices nationwide
• Supportive, well‑trained team environment

About Shadow Hills Pet Clinic

Shadow Hills Pet Clinic is dedicated to providing excellent, compassionate medical care while giving clients honest, personalized options for their pets. We strive to create a friendly, professional environment where both our patients and team members can thrive. #licensedveterinarytechnician #registeredveterinarytechnician #veterinarytechnicianspecialists #certifiedveterinarytechnician #veterinaryassistant #vetprofessionals #vettechs #vetnurses #vettechlife #RVT #LVT #CVT

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