Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
National Veterinary Associates (NVA)Group
California Posted
- $30.00 to $35.00 per hour
- Full time
- Monday-Friday
- ER / ECC
- Credential preferred
Benefits mentioned: Health insurance, 401(k) or retirement, CE allowance, Paid time off, License fees paid
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About this job
City: Campbell
State: California
Hospital Name: Kirkwood Animal Hospital
Job Type: Veterinary Technician
The base salary range for this full-time position is $30.00 - $35.00. Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.
RVT preferred, but a Senior Veterinary Assistant will be considered too!
· Salary range of $30-$35 hourly
· Full-Time, Monday-Friday
· Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set
· Competitive CE allowance annually
· License application and renewal reimbursement for RVT's
· Opportunities for growth and advancement
· Monthly in-house RACE-approved courses and staff development opportunities for all employees!
Get paid to learn!
· We'll cover eligible expenses for continuing education and coursework!
· Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, 401(k)
Responsibilities
· As an RVT, you'll be an essential part of our veterinary team, providing vital support to our veterinarians in ensuring the utmost care and comfort for our clients' cherished pets
· Assist veterinarians during treatments and procedures
· Monitor critically ill or injured patients closely
· Collaborate with the team to ensure around-the-clock care and treatment coordination
· Offer compassionate care and support to patients and their owners
· Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians
· Assist with diagnostic procedures such as bloodwork and imaging
· Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
· Monitor and maintain medical equipment
· Communicate with pet owners regarding patient updates and treatment plans
· Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and provide care as needed
· RVT preferred, but a Senior Veterinary Assistant will be considered too!
· 2+ years of clinical experience
· Strong interpersonal skills
· Consistent and reliable ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug doses, CRIs, client invoices and estimates, and other position-related calculations
· Maintain the California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP); must obtain within 60-days of hire or transfer into this role; (this requirement is waived if incumbent holds a valid CA-RVT license)
If you're a dedicated professional with a passion for general practice and critical care, we invite you to join us.
Apply today!
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Listed pay $30.00 to $35.00 per hour ($62,400 to $72,800 a year at 2,080 hours). That is 11% above the California median of $29.15 an hour for vet techs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025. Vet tech pay guide
Posted January 13, 2026. Last checked on NVA Careers. Interviewing here? 30 questions to ask a clinic
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