RVT & Veterinary Assistant — High-Volume Clinic Hero

Animal Outreach of the Mother Lode; Diamond Springs (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Outreach of the Mother Lode is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or experienced Veterinary Technician to join a high-performing team. The role spans the spay/neuter clinic, vaccine and wellness services, feline shelter, and dentistry programs.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting, delivering high-quality medicine and compassionate patient care while supporting animal welfare and lifesaving initiatives.

Qualifications

• RVT students may be considered based on experience and skill level.
• Veterinary Assistants with at least 2 years of high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter experience may be considered.
• Non-RVT candidates must be eligible and able to obtain and maintain a Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) in compliance with the California Veterinary Medical Board.
• Shelter medicine, dentistry, anesthesia, surgery, feline, community cat, or nonprofit animal welfare experience is a plus.
• Ability to respond appropriately during emergencies and maintain competency in animal CPR.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with veterinarians, RVTs, Veterinary Assistants, and volunteers to provide safe, compassionate, high-quality patient care.
• Assist with examinations, dental procedures, anesthesia, surgical preparation, recovery, and patient discharge.
• Assist veterinarians with pre-operative, peri-operative, and post-operative patient care.
• Monitor patients under anesthesia and provide appropriate peri-operative support.
• Obtain and accurately record vital signs, patient histories, and medical observations.
• Triage new shelter intakes and promptly communicate changes in an animal’s medical condition or behavior.
• Prepare veterinarian-authorized prescriptions and accurately communicate medication, treatment, and follow-up instructions to clients.
• Support high-volume, high-quality spay/neuter and shelter medicine programs while maintaining excellent standards of patient care, safety infection control, and biosecurity.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and maintain competency in animal CPR and emergency procedures.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, organized, and safe treatment, surgical, and shelter areas.
• Provide exceptional, compassionate customer service and assist clients with questions, concerns, pricing, appointments, aftercare, and Animal Outreach programs and services.
• Educate clients and the public about responsible pet ownership, preventive care, spay/neuter, vaccinations, adoption, and Animal Outreach programs.
• Maintain accurate animal records and behavior observations.
• Work positively and professionally with coworkers, volunteers, clients, and community partners.
• Attend required meetings and training and participate in continuing education opportunities.
• Maintain a positive public image and uphold Animal Outreach’s mission, policies, and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Veterinarian, Clinic Coordinator, or Director of Operations.

Skills

Animal handling

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Detail orientation

Professionalism

CPR training

Education

RVT student

Veterinary Assistant

VACSP eligibility

Shelter medicine experience

Job description

Animal Outreach of the Mother Lode is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or experienced Veterinary Technician to join a high-performing team. The role spans the spay/neuter clinic, vaccine and wellness services, feline shelter, and dentistry programs.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced setting, delivering high-quality medicine and compassionate patient care while supporting animal welfare and lifesaving initiatives.