Veterinary Assistant or RVT

United Veterinary Care; Templeton (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE for RVTs

Professional development and cross‑tr&

Cross-training opportunities

Supportive team environment

Growth within community practice

Job summary

Main Street Small Animal Hospital in Templeton, CA seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant or RVT to support doctors in high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care.

Join a collaborative, team-oriented hospital with CE support for RVTs, professional development, and growth within a respected community practice. RVT license preferred but not required; anesthesia/dental radiography experience a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years veterinary experience preferred.
• RVT license preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring and dental radiography strongly preferred.
• Strong communication and client education skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with surgical, dental, and diagnostic procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and ensure patient safety.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, dental radiographs, and lab sample processing.
• Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized and surgical patients.
• Communicate clearly with clients regarding treatments and recommendations.
• Support efficient appointment flow by anticipating team needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment area.
• Participate in team training and continuing education.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Dental radiography

Client communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

RVT license preferred

Job description

Description

Position at Main Street Small Animal Hospital

Experienced Veterinary Assistant / Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Location: Templeton, CA

Hospital: Main Street Small Animal Hospital

Pay: $23–$32/hour (depending on experience and licensure)

About Us

Main Street Small Animal Hospital has proudly served the Templeton community for decades, providing comprehensive small animal care with a strong emphasis on prevention, client education, and compassionate medicine.

We are a collaborative, team-oriented hospital that values professionalism, growth, and creating a positive experience for both patients and clients.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to support our doctors in delivering high-quality medical, surgical, and dental care.

This role is ideal for a motivated team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to exceptional patient care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with surgical, dental, and diagnostic procedures
• Monitor anesthesia and ensure patient safety
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, dental radiographs, and laboratory sample processing
• Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized and surgical patients
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients regarding treatments and recommendations
• Support efficient appointment flow by anticipating team needs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment area
• Participate in team training and continuing education

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary experience preferred
• RVT license preferred but not required
• Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring and dental radiography strongly preferred
• Strong communication and client education skills
• Ability to multitask and remain calm in a busy environment
• Reliable, accountable, and team-focused mindset

Schedule

• Monday–Friday operations
• Saturday rotations

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $23–$32/hour, based on experience and licensure
• CE support for RVTs
• Professional development and cross-training opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to grow within a respected community practice