Veterinary Dental Specialties is a specialty referral practice dedicated exclusively to veterinary dentistry and oral surgery. Our team is committed to providing exceptional patient care through advanced diagnostics, state-of-the-art equipment, and collaboration between board-certified veterinary dentists, anesthesiologists, and highly skilled technicians.

We are seeking a full-time experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our San Diego team. This position is ideal for a technician with strong anesthesia skills who enjoys working in a faced paced environment and is interested in expanding their knowledge of veterinary dentistry. This position earns a competitive wage of $32 to $35 per hour depending on experience.

Position Responsibilities

Prepare patients for anesthesia, including IV catheter placement and pre-anesthetic assessments
Induce, monitor, and recover patients under general anesthesia
Monitor and record anesthetic parameters, including ECG, blood pressure, SpO₂,EtCO₂, temperature, and ventilation
Administer anesthetic and analgesic medications, including CRIs, under veterinarian supervision
Recognize and respond appropriately to anesthetic complications and emergencies
Assist with advanced dental and oral surgery procedures
Perform dental radiographs and dental prophylaxis
Assist with Cone Beam CT (CBCT) imaging (experience is a plus)
Maintain accurate medical, anesthetic, and diagnostic records
Assist with inventory management and equipment maintenance
Support the training and mentoring of veterinary assistants and students
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment
Communicate effectively with doctors and team members to ensure excellent patient care

Required Qualifications

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Minimum of 3 years+ of veterinary technician experience
Able to perform moderately physically demanding work that requires a lot of lifting (up to 50 pounds), cleaning, and constant motion
Must pass a background and drug screening (THC not tested)
Ability to travel to our other locations as needed - advanced notice given.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
State RVT license reimbursement
Continuing education reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Uniform allowance

Paid Time Off and paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Employee discounts on veterinary services, products, and laboratory work
Supplemental insurance options, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, disability, legal plan, and life insurance

Schedule

Four 10-hour shifts
Occasional weekends

If you are an experienced RVT looking to further develop your anesthesia and specialty nursing skills while working alongside board-certified specialists, we encourage you to apply.

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