What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced RVT or Veterinary Technician position at Occidental Veterinary Hospital?
Experienced Vet Tech or RVT? Find Your Home at Occidental Veterinary Hospital!
Are you a skilled Veterinary Technician or RVT looking for a fulfilling, long-term opportunity in a supportive, non-corporate practice? If you take pride in your work, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to be part of a genuinely great team, we want to meet you!
Located in the charming town of Occidental, CA, our small animal hospital is growing, and we’re looking for a dedicated and experienced Vet Tech or RVT to join us.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- No weekends! Enjoy a work-life balance that allows you to actually have a life.
- A supportive, drama-free team. We work hard, have fun, and respect each other.
- A beautiful place to work. If you love nature and small-town charm, Occidental is a hidden gem.
- Competitive Pay & Great Benefits. We take care of our people!
Salary: $26–$32/hour (based on experience)
Benefits include:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) holidays
- 401(k) with employer match
- Pet care discounts
- Uniform allowance
What You’ll Be Doing:
This isn’t a training position—we need someone who can hit the ground running. Your day-to-day will include:
- Placing IV catheters & monitoring anesthesia
- Performing dental cleanings & taking high-quality radiographs
- Prepping & assisting in surgeries
- Calculating fluid rates & medication dosages
- Providing top-notch patient care (compassion is key!)
- Assisting veterinarians & handling animal restraint
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe clinic environment
What We’re Looking For:
- At least 1 year of veterinary experience (more is always welcome!)
- Strong technical skills & confidence in your abilities
- Excellent communication & client service skills
- A reliable, team-oriented professional who takes their job seriously
- Someone who shows up, follows through, and wants to be part of a great team
If You’re Tired of Short-Term Gigs & Want a Place to Grow—This is It.
We’re not just looking for another resume. We want a genuine teammate who is excited about this field and committed to showing up, learning, and thriving with us.
Ready to Apply?Send your resume today—we actually read them! Let’s see if we’re the right fit for each other.
No ghosting, please. If you're not serious about the position, no hard feelings—but let’s respect each other’s time!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $26.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Experience:
- veterinary: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Occidental, CA 95465 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $26 - $32