Overview
Registered Veterinary Technician Jobs in Thousand Oaks, USA at PETS FIRST VETERINARY HOSPITAL
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Training & development
ABOUT US
Pets First is an appointment-based urgent care/ER designed to bridge the gap between general practice and traditional emergency hospitals. We offer low-cost hospitalization and emergency dental care (with RVT-supported radiography and prophylaxis within RVT scope). We collaborate closely with board-certified veterinary specialists—criticalists, surgeons, internists, cardiologists, and dentists—to elevate patient outcomes and team learning.
SCHEDULE
Soft Open:
January 9, 2026 – June 2026
Expansion:
Transition to 5–7 days/week with the Grand Opening in June 2026
Opportunity for a fixed or rotating schedule at expansion, based on team preferences and hospital needs
COMPENSATION
$27–$37/hour to start, based on skills and experience
BENEFITS AND PERKS
- Flexible Scheduling
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) Matching
- Culture-driven, supportive working environment
RESPONSIBILITIES
Clinical (within CA RVT scope; under DVM direction)
Triage & stabilization:
Rapid assessment, prioritization, and preparation for diagnostics/treatment; assist in RECOVER-based CPR and code-cart readiness
Anesthesia & analgesia:
Machine checks, ASA risk support, induction assistance, intubation assistance, continuous monitoring (ECG, SpOâ‚‚, NIBP/Doppler, capnography, temperature), anesthesia recordkeeping, recovery, and multimodal pain-management support/CRIs
Vascular access & nursing:
Peripheral IV catheter placement, fluid therapy setup/calculations, patient warming, wound care/bandaging, oxygen therapy, feeding-tube assistance
Diagnostics:
In-house lab (CBC/chem/UA), cytologies, POCT, safe sample handling, and accurate EMR documentation
Imaging:
Patient positioning, restraint, collimation, and digital radiography
Dentistry (urgent/emergent support):
Dental charting, prophylaxis, polishing, and digital dental radiography; assist with emergency dental care within RVT scope
Client Interaction & Communication
Provide high-empathy communication from triage through discharge: set expectations, obtain informed consent, and explain diagnostics/treatments in plain language
Service recovery and issue resolution: de-escalate concerns, resolve issues professionally, and own follow-through (phone/email/text) until closure
Deliver clear home-care instructions, medication dosing, and recheck plans; proactively check in on critical/complex cases
Inventory management: ordering, vendor coordination, expiration tracking, COGS awareness, and controlled-substance documentation per DEA/Board rules and hospital SOPs Training & mentorship: coach Veterinary Assistants (VAs) in low-stress handling, anesthesia support, SOPs, safety, and quality standards Participate in staff trainings/meetings; contribute to workflow optimization and a team-first culture
QUALIFICATIONS
Active California RVT license in good standing (required)
Prior experience in GP, urgent care, or ER highly preferred
Proficiency with anesthesia monitoring, triage, and nursing care
Outstanding communication, client education, and de-escalation skills
Organized, calm under pressure, and collaborative
Compassion, patience, and a genuine love for animals
Pets First Veterinary Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All medical decisions are made by veterinarians; duties remain within the California RVT scope of practice.
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Title: Registered Veterinary Technician
Company: PETS FIRST VETERINARY HOSPITAL
Location: Thousand Oaks, USA
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