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TruVet Specialty & Emergency Hospital is seeking an experienced and passionate Head Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to help lead the clinical development of our new one doctor Wellness & Urgent Care service. This is an exciting opportunity for a technician who enjoys leadership, mentoring others, and building strong clinical teams while remaining actively involved in patient care. As the Head RVT, you will partner closely with our Assistant Practice Manager to establish clinical standards, develop workflows, train support staff, and help create an exceptional experience for both patients and clients. If you're looking for an opportunity where your leadership will directly shape a growing practice while working in a collaborative, privately owned hospital, we'd love to meet you. Why Work at TruVet TruVet is a privately owned specialty and emergency hospital serving Sonoma and Marin Counties. As we continue expanding our services, we remain committed to maintaining a collaborative, respectful culture where teamwork, communication, and exceptional patient care are at the heart of everything we do. We believe outstanding medicine begins with exceptional people. Our hospital invests heavily in professional development through structured training, mentorship, and continuing education. We are passionate about helping our team members build long-term careers while fostering an environment where everyone feels supported, valued, and empowered to grow. What You'll Do As the clinical leader for our Wellness & Urgent Care support staff, you will help establish and maintain the foundation of a high-performing nursing team.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing clinical leadership, mentorship, and daily coaching for Veterinary Assistants Leading the training, onboarding, and competency development of new assistants Assisting with patient care, treatment plans, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory procedures, radiology, dentistry, and urgent care cases Supporting the development and oversight of our dentistry program, including workflow, equipment, and staff training Monitoring patient care quality and ensuring consistency with hospital protocols Promoting efficient patient flow and workflow improvements throughout the department Assisting with inventory management, equipment readiness, and treatment area organization Providing exceptional client education while promoting compassionate, high-quality patient care This role combines leadership with hands-on nursing, making it ideal for someone who enjoys mentoring others while remaining actively involved in patient care. Qualifications Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license required Minimum of three years of progressive clinical veterinary experience Previous leadership, training, mentoring, or lead technician experience preferred Strong technical skills including anesthesia monitoring, dentistry, radiology, laboratory procedures, patient nursing, venipuncture, catheter placement, and client education Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities while maintaining exceptional patient care Experience developing workflows, training staff, or improving clinical processes is highly desirable Positive, collaborative leadership style with a passion for mentoring others Compensation & Benefits We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support our team members and encourage long-term professional growth.

Pay Range:

$28- $36/ hour (depending on results of assessment) Petaluma Life Petaluma offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and Northern California living. Conveniently located between San Francisco and the Sonoma Coast, you'll enjoy award-winning restaurants, nearby wine country, outdoor recreation, and easy access to both the coast and the Bay Area. Our Hospital Learn more about TruVet Specialty & Emergency Hospital and meet our team: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oTleFNdEkBM Join Our Team If you're looking for an opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping build a new Wellness & Urgent Care service while leading an exceptional clinical team, we encourage you to apply. At TruVet, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of our practice, mentor the next generation of veterinary professionals, and become part of a hospital that values collaboration, continuous learning, and outstanding patient care. Equal Opportunity Employer TruVet Specialty & Emergency Hospital is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Pay:

$28.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account License reimbursement Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person