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Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

$24 - $26 per hour

Nashville Veterinary Specialists + Animal Emergency

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Minimum 1 Year Experience

Southwest Veterinary Hospital is building an inclusive, supportive, and collaborative team—and we want YOU to join us!

We are a two-doctor, full-service canine and feline hospital that has proudly served our community since 1938. At Southwest Veterinary Hospital, we combine compassionate medicine with modern technology to provide exceptional care for our patients while creating a workplace where our team members can thrive.

Our Registered Veterinary Technicians are a vital part of our medical team. We believe in utilizing our RVTs to the fullest extent of their California license, empowering them to practice high-quality medicine alongside our veterinarians. From anesthesia and surgery to dentistry, nursing care, diagnostics, and client education, you'll have the opportunity to fully utilize your education and experience while continuing to grow professionally.

We're looking for an experienced, compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician who is committed to exceptional patient care, values teamwork, and is ready to make a meaningful impact on our patients, clients, and hospital every day.

Why Choose Southwest Veterinary Hospital?
Safe & Quality Medicine

Our team stays educated and utilizes the most up-to-date techniques and recommendations to provide exceptional patient care. We are committed to practicing high-quality medicine while maintaining a safe environment for both our patients and our staff.

Practice at the Top of Your License

We believe Registered Veterinary Technicians should be empowered to use the skills they worked hard to earn. Our RVTs play an active role in anesthesia, dentistry, surgical nursing, diagnostics, patient care, and client education. We value your knowledge and encourage continued growth through hands-on experience and continuing education.

Friendly & Inclusive Culture

We know great medicine starts with a great team. Our culture is built on mutual respect, kindness, accountability, and teamwork. We celebrate our successes together, support each other through the challenging days, and continually strive to make Southwest Veterinary Hospital an exceptional place to work.

We Like to Have Fun!

Veterinary medicine can be challenging, but we believe enjoying where you work is just as important. We work hard, support one another, celebrate milestones, and genuinely enjoy spending our days together.

Work-Life Balance

We believe quality work-life balance is essential to providing exceptional patient care. We strive to provide consistent scheduling and are happy to discuss a schedule that works well for both you and our hospital.

About You
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Requirements:

  • Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license
  • Minimum of one year of clinical experience in a veterinary hospital
  • Passion for continued learning and professional growth
  • Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
  • Excellent communication and client education skills
  • Compassionate, patient-focused approach to medicine
  • Ability to remain calm, organized, and efficient in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety
Clinical Skills

You possess clinical skills and experience that include (but are not limited to):

  • Patient assessment and physical examinations
  • Venipuncture and advanced phlebotomy
  • IV catheter placement and fluid therapy
  • Digital radiography and radiation safety
  • Anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Perioperative surgical nursing
  • Routine dental prophylaxis and dental radiographs
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostics
  • Medication calculations and administration
  • Critical care and hospitalized patient nursing
  • Client education and discharge instructions
  • Accurate medical record documentation
Leadership

We're looking for an RVT who is excited to:

  • Mentor veterinary assistants and newer team members
  • Help maintain efficient hospital workflow
  • Promote a positive team culture
  • Deliver exceptional patient care
  • Lead by example through professionalism, compassion, and teamwork
Schedule

Our hospital is currently open:

  • Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

As our hospital continues to grow, we look forward to expanding our hours and services. We'd love to discuss a schedule that works well for you.

Compensation

We believe each team member should be compensated based on their knowledge, skills, experience, and the value they bring to our hospital.

Expected pay range: $24.00–$26.00 per hour

Benefits
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k)
  • Paid Vacation for Full-Time Employees
  • Paid Holidays for Full-Time Employees
  • Employee Pet Discount
  • Hospital-provided uniforms
  • Paid California RVT License Renewal
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Ready to Join Our Team?

If you're looking for a hospital where your technical skills are respected, your contributions matter, and you'll work alongside a supportive team dedicated to exceptional medicine, we'd love to hear from you.

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