Registered Veterinary Technician; RVT - Swing Shift

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - Swing Shift

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Pet Vet Care Centers' Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group - Orange County is currently seeking Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT) - Swing Shift to join their team. Our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people—providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage—for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. We deliver a culture of care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients.

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations, reviewing care plans, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; assist as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and complying with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license required with anesthesia experience.
• Need a strong Shift Lead RVT for overnight shifts, able to triage and balance hospitalized patients' care, incoming client calls, etc.

• Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support.
• Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals.
• Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals.
• Proactively looks for opportunities to address and follow through on work activities.
• Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively.
• Uses effective communication methods when interacting with others.
• Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations.
• Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents.
• Consistently follows standard procedures.

• Full‑time, Swing Shift (Thursday through Sunday, 12:00 PM–10:30 PM).
• Must be able to work a minimum of one weekend night shift (Saturday or Sunday).

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support, including Calm app access and 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle – a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship

$31.57 – $38.59 USD per hour.

Pet Vet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V.