Registered Veterinary Technician (Part-time)

Job Title

• Registered Veterinary Technician –
• In-House &
• Spay/Neuter
• Clinic
• Location:
• San
• Mateo,
• CA
• Employment
• Type: Part-Time (24–30 hours per week)
• Compensation: $25.00–$35.00/hour (DOE) + Sign-on Bonus ($2,500–$5,000 DOE)

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our Veterinary Services and Spay/Neuter Clinic team. This role is essential in ensuring that animals receive high-quality medical care, thorough health evaluations, and appropriate treatments. The RVT will support both in-house animals and spay/neuter clinic patients through medical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and client communication.

• Key Responsibilities
• Perform physical exams and administer vaccinations.
• Restrain animals safely for exams, treatment, and procedures.
• Calculate, prepare, and administer medications, including pre-anesthetic and anesthetic drugs.
• Induce and monitor anesthesia; assist veterinarians during surgery.
• Perform laboratory procedures (microscopy, blood analysis, dental machine use).
• Provide dental care including prophylaxis, extractions, and suturing (experience required).
• Maintain accurate medical records and controlled substance logs.
• Ensure proper admitting and discharge of animals for both public and shelter services.
• Support emergency medical care when needed.
• Euthanize and/or assist with euthanasia per established protocols.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and well-stocked work environment.
• Supervise and guide volunteers as needed.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification from an accredited program (required).
• High school diploma or GED; one year of related experience or equivalent combination of education and training.