Veterinary Technician

East Louisville Animal Hospital; Occidental (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Paid sick leave

Employee pet care discounts

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Occidental Veterinary Hospital in Occidental, CA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician (RVT/Technician/Assistant) for full- or part-time roles. Join a close-knit team in a beautiful small-town practice surrounded by Sonoma County’s scenic landscape.

No weekends, a supportive culture, and flexible schedules accompany competitive pay based on experience. Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians, placing IV catheters, dental cleanings with radiographs, surgeries prep, dosages, and

Qualifications

• RVT preferred.
• Ideally 2+ years of experience in a veterinary hospital.
• Strong technical and patient care skills.
• Excellent communication and client service abilities.
• Reliable, dependable and committed to the team.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with appointments, treatments, and procedures.
• Place IV catheters and monitor anesthesia.
• Perform dental cleanings and obtain dental radiographs.
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist during procedures.
• Calculate medication dosages and fluid rates.
• Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized patients.
• Safely restrain patients and assist with diagnostics.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Help keep the hospital clean, organized, and running efficiently.
• Pitch in wherever needed to support the team and our patients.

Skills

Excellent communication

Client service

Reliable/dependable

Team player

Positive attitude

Job description

Veterinary Technician / RVT / Experienced Veterinary Assistant (Full-Time or Part-Time)

Occidental Veterinary Hospital | Occidental, CA

• No Weekends
• Supportive Team
• Beautiful Location
• Flexible Schedule

Do you love veterinary medicine and enjoy working with a team that genuinely has each other's backs? Are you dependable, hardworking, and ready to make a difference every day?

Occidental Veterinary Hospital is growing, and we're looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Veterinary Technician, or Veterinary Assistant to join our close-knit team. We are hiring for either full-time or part-time, depending on the right candidate.

If you're looking for a positive, non-corporate hospital where your skills are appreciated and your reliability matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• No weekends — enjoy your time off!
• Supportive, collaborative, drama-free team
• Beautiful small-town practice surrounded by Sonoma County's scenic landscape
• Flexible full-time or part-time opportunities
• Competitive pay based on experience
• A workplace where your contributions truly matter

Pay: $26-$32/hour DOE

Benefits (for eligible employees)

• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid sick leave
• Employee pet care discounts
• Uniform allowance
• Supportive leadership and opportunities to continue learning

What You'll Do

• Assist veterinarians with appointments, treatments, and procedures
• Place IV catheters and monitor anesthesia
• Perform dental cleanings and obtain quality dental radiographs
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist during procedures
• Calculate medication dosages and fluid rates
• Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized patients
• Safely restrain patients and assist with diagnostics
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Help keep the hospital clean, organized, and running efficiently
• Pitch in wherever needed to support the team and our patients

What We're Looking For

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) preferred
• Experienced Veterinary Technicians and experienced Veterinary Assistants are encouraged to apply
• Ideally at least 2 years of experience in a veterinary hospital
• Strong technical and patient care skills
• Excellent communication and client service abilities
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
• Reliable, dependable, and committed. We value team members who show up, follow through, and can be counted on by both their coworkers and our clients.

Why Reliability Matters

Our patients, clients, and teammates depend on one another every day. We're looking for someone who takes pride in being dependable, communicates well, and understands that consistency is one of the most valuable qualities you can bring to a veterinary team.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're looking for more than just another job—and want to build your career with a hospital that values teamwork, compassion, and professionalism—we'd love to meet you.

We can't wait to meet the next great addition to our team!