Registered Veterinary Technician

Registered Veterinary Technician

Governor Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and provide dedicated support for surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who wants to fully utilize their skillset with autonomy, trust, and support in a fast-paced, collaborative general practice environment. From induction through recovery, you will play a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, high-quality patient care alongside a veterinary team that values skilled technicians.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Coordinating surgical and dental procedure schedules
• Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and drug dosages
• Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia patients
• Assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures
• Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Monitoring patient recovery and ongoing procedural care
• Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $25 - $32 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Saturday. Every other Saturday is a half day, but only temporarily until trained. Then, it would be on a broad RVT Sat rotation.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of [state]
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California **
• Proficiency in the following skills:
• Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
• Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
• Accurate medical record documentation
• Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
• Client education and communication
• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Strong critical thinking and attention to detail
• Effective teamwork and professional communication skills
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning

**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply

Why choose Governor Animal Clinic?

Governor Animal Clinic is a well-established, state-of-the-art small-animal hospital with 7 doctors and 10 credentialed technicians caring for dogs and cats. The 5,600-square-foot hospital was remodeled in 2018 and offers digital X-ray, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, ECG, IDEXX lab equipment, therapy and surgical lasers, and an anesthesia machine. The team has strong exposure to soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and high-volume patient care, with orthopedic procedures supported by a board-certified veterinary orthopedic surgeon. The culture is collaborative, respectful, family-oriented, and supportive, with mentorship and opportunities to grow. Located in University City near UC San Diego, the hospital is positioned in a growing San Diego neighborhood with strong future development.

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