Registered Veterinry Technician

Valid8 Financial, Inc.; Thousand Palms (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan with 5% Employer Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation & Sick Time

Employee Discounts on Veterinary Services

Employee Recognition Programs

Continuing Education Support

Job summary

Valid8 Financial, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with strong dental experience to join our veterinary team in California. This role involves performing high-quality dental procedures and assisting veterinarians in a mission-driven environment. The ideal candidate holds a current California RVT license, has at least 2 years of experience, and is committed to providing exceptional care. Competitive pay rate of $28.00 – $36.00 per hour, with comprehensive benefits including a signing bonus, 401(k) plan, and more.

Qualifications

• Current California RVT license (or eligible for certification).
• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience preferred.
• Strong veterinary dental experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental prophylaxis and assist with advanced dental procedures.
• Take and interpret dental radiographs.
• Monitor anesthesia during dental and surgical procedures.

Skills

Veterinary dental experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Client service skills

Education

Current California RVT license

2 years of veterinary technician experience

Job description

Coachella Valley, California (Palm Spring Area)

$28.00 – $36.00 per hourDOE, with up to $5000 signing bonus

Full-Time, Part-time or 1099 role | Comprehensive Benefits | Mission-Driven Nonprofit Environment

Animal Samaritans is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with strong dental experience to join our veterinary team. This is an exciting opportunity for an RVT who enjoys performing high-quality dental procedures while working in a collaborative, non-corporate, mission-driven environment dedicated to helping pets and the people who love them.

Position Summary

The Registered Veterinary Technician – Dental Specialist performs a wide range of technical and patient care duties with an emphasis on veterinary dentistry and anesthetic procedures. The ideal candidate is highly skilled, detail-oriented, compassionate, and thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment.

• Perform dental prophylaxis and assist with advanced dental procedures
• Take and interpret dental radiographs
• Monitor anesthesia during dental and surgical procedures
• Assist veterinarians with dental extractions and oral surgery procedures
• Perform patient preparation, recovery, and hospitalized patient care
• Collect and process laboratory samples
• Provide exceptional client communication and education
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Assist in exam rooms and support daily hospital operations
• Demonstrate proper animal handling and restraint techniques

RVT Skills & Qualifications

• Current California RVT license (or eligible for certification)
• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary technician experience preferred
• Strong veterinary dental experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of anesthetic monitoring and dental radiography
• Strong communication, organizational, and client service skills
• Compassionate, energetic, and team‑oriented attitude
• Willingness to continue learning and pursuing continuing education opportunities
• Ability to lift and carry 40+ pounds and stand for extended periods
• Availability to work occasional Saturdays and flexible scheduling as needed

Under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian, RVTs may

• Induce anesthesia
• Suture gingiva and oral mucous membranes
• Administer controlled substances
• Apply casts and splints
• Perform additional animal healthcare tasks consistent with California veterinary regulations and standards of veterinary medical practice

Why Join Animal Samaritans?

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 5% Employer Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Employee Discounts on Veterinary Services
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Continuing Education Support

Animal Samaritans is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.