Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) / Lead Technician Alder Veterinary Hospital San Lorenzo, CA Job Details Full-time $27

• $35 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Managing technical support teams Managing pet care teams Medical documentation Veterinary medication administration Veterinary preventive care Veterinary Technician Certification Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) implementation Staff scheduling In-person customer service Veterinary team coordination Team scheduling Sonography Performance feedback (performance evaluation method) Veterinary client education Mid-level Monitoring and managing IVs Healthcare practice inventory management Animal drug administration Team development Veterinary diagnostic tools Supervising experience Professional development support Medication supplies Patient care Mentoring Veterinary anesthesia monitoring Animal patient charting Dental equipment Communication with pet owners Veterinary laboratory work Full Job Description Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) / Lead Technician — One Position Available Alder Veterinary Hospital | San Lorenzo, CA Formerly Arroyo Veterinary Clinic | Established 1972 | AAHA Accredited | Independently Owned

ABOUT US

Alder Veterinary Hospital is a well-established, independently owned, AAHA-accredited small animal practice with deep community roots in San Lorenzo, CA. We are moving into a brand-new, purpose-built 4,600 sqft facility equipped with the latest diagnostic and surgical technology. We are not corporate-affiliated, and our clients and team come first.

POSITION DETAILS

Title:

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Lead Technician (1 opening)

Type:

Hourly Schedule:

Weekday clinic hours plus rotating Saturday shifts

Experience:

RVT track requires a minimum of 2 years of experience as an RVT. Lead Technician track requires a minimum of 3 years of experience, and an RVT credential is preferred. We have one opening and will place the successful candidate at the RVT or Lead Technician level based on experience and credentials. Scheduling details, including any shift sharing between locations, will be discussed at the time of interview.

CORE TECHNICIAN DUTIES

(RVT)

• Perform physical exams, collect samples, and run in-house diagnostics on our IDEXX Catalyst One, ProCyte One, and SediVue Dx equipment
• Place IV catheters, monitor patients under anesthesia, and support recovery
• Take and process digital radiographs and assist with ultrasound imaging
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by our doctors
• Perform dental prophylaxis and assist with dental radiographs
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate clearly with clients on home-care instructions

ADDITIONAL LEAD TECHNICIAN DUTIES

(management & supervisory)

• Oversee daily scheduling and workflow for the technical team
• Mentor, train, and onboard RVTs, veterinary assistants, and technician assistants
• Develop and maintain technical protocols and standard operating procedures alongside our doctors
• Serve as the primary liaison between the technical team and the doctors/practice management
• Monitor and manage medical supply, pharmaceutical, and equipment inventory
• Support performance feedback and help resolve day-to-day technical team concerns

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Hourly Pay:

RVT $27

• $32 per hour; Lead Technician $32
• $35 per hour , commensurate with experience

Health Insurance:

Kaiser Permanente (employer-sponsored)

Dental:

Delta Dental

• Gold plan (employer-sponsored)

Vision:

Available 401(k): Employer match (capped at 4%)

PTO:

Generous paid time off License renewal: Employer paid

SUPPORT TEAM

You will be working alongside our doctors, fellow RVTs, veterinary assistants, and technician assistants in a well-equipped, collaborative treatment area.

WHY INDEPENDENT MATTERS

No corporate protocols and no shareholder pressure. We are a long-standing, locally loved practice with a strong community reputation, and medicine and client care always come first.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$27.00

• $35.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person