Surgical RVT - Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Petvet-Care-Centers

San Juan Capistrano (CA)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 53,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $1,000

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group Orange County in San Juan Capistrano, CA, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician - Surgery to support hospital operations with high‑quality care and compassionate service. The position offers a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience, competitive benefits, and a collaborative Culture of Care across 400+ hospitals nationwide.

Join a team that delivers thorough patient care, accurate medical records, and a strong commitment

Qualifications

1-2 years vet med experience required.
Active Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license required.

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.
Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.