Registered Veterinary Technician

at AmeriVet

Record last updated: 5/31/2026 9:34:30 PM

Current Days Open
46
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$28.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$35.00 (Hourly)
Historical Days Open
35
First Seen
3/13/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$28.00 (Hourly)
5/31/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$35.00 (Hourly)
5/31/2026

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Full Job Description

Animal Medical Center San Rafael is currently looking to hire a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team! The ideal candidate will be a dependable, detail-oriented team player who loves pets and being part of a fun, supportive team. They will have experience with rooming patients, drawing blood, placing IV catheters, radiology, assisting in surgeries, and proper animal handling & restraint, and being a positive, inclusive and motivating team member. New RVT Graduates are encouraged to apply! Salary: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour, depends on experience, education, licensure, and certifications. Schedule: Five 8-hour shifts, Monday Saturday. Some weekend coverage is required. Location: 4140 Redwood Hwy, San Rafael, CA 94903 Who You Are: 1+ years clinical experience as a veterinary technician or assistant. Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California, license must be active and in good standing. Or be eligible to transfer or become licensed in California within 3 months of hire. A degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program is preferred but not required. Knowledge of industry tools and equipment Passion for working with animals and their owners Experience with proper animal handling and restraint Understand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories Perform basic exam procedures Skilled in venipuncture and Intravenous (IV) catheter placement (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular) Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning Perform complete dental procedures, including digital x-rays, scaling, polishing, charting Ability to perform dental extractions as allowed by licensure preferred Comfortable with general anesthesia and surgical assisting (induction, intubation, monitoring, aseptic technique) Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); IDEXX in-house laboratory Excellent client communication/education Adaptable to working well with current doctors and team members Animal Medical Center San Rafael aims to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our awesome staff! Our 2-doctor established practice is a high-performing team of registered veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants and client service team members. We are looking to add an adaptable, efficient RVT to our team! What Makes Us Different Referral program join our team, bring your friends, and get paid! Career development and advancement opportunities. CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you! Learn more about us at: http://www.sanrafaelvet.com/ or: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business At AmeriVet, were committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities. Heres what you can expect when you join our team: Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals. Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being. Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being. Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters. A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career no matter where you start.

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