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Experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Veterinary Assistant
C.A.R.E.4Paws —Santa Maria, CA
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
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- Part-time
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- Computer literacy
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Experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Veterinary Assistant

C.A.R.E.4Paws
Santa Maria, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$30 - $35 an hour

Qualifications

Animal emergency response procedures
Companion animal handling
Pain medicine
Veterinary surgical assistance experience
Peripheral intravenous cannulation
Veterinary emergency care
Equipment troubleshooting
Intubation assistance
Working with individuals in post-surgery recovery
Pet care record keeping
Records management
Anesthesiology
Veterinary anesthesia monitoring
Animal patient charting
Dental equipment
Perioperative care
Patient monitoring during surgery
Technical troubleshooting support
Patient charting
Airway management assistance
Oral surgery
Managing patient records
Animal emergency care
Patient emergency assistance
Patient observation
Collaboration with surgical teams

Full Job Description

Location: Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties

Job Type: Part-time or full-time

Full Time – Tuesday–Friday plus first and third Sundays of each month (estimated 30 - 40 hours)

Compensation: $30 - $35/hour

About Us:

C.A.R.E.4Paws’ Mobile Community Medicine & Spay/Neuter Outreach program delivers affordable veterinary care where it is needed most. Operating out of two state-of-the-art mobile units, our team provides spay/neuter surgeries, dental procedures, wellness services, vaccinations, and medical care to cats and dogs across Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo (SLO) counties. A big part of our mission is to reduce pet overpopulation and improve the well-being of pet families by making veterinary care accessible and compassionate.

Position Overview:

We seek an experienced RVT or Veterinary Technician to join our high-volume mobile clinic team. This role involves assisting veterinarians in surgical procedures, anesthesia, dentals and medical care while ensuring that patients and clients receive safe, high-quality and compassionate service. Candidates must be confident in their technical skills, adaptable in a fast-paced mobile setting and committed to teamwork and professionalism. Reliable transportation is required, as event locations rotate across Santa Barbara and SLO counties.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with spay/neuter surgeries, dentals, tumor removals and other medical procedures.
Perform high volume induction, intubation, anesthesia monitoring and recovery for cats and dogs (often two patients at a time).
Provide high quality perioperative care including pain management, wound care and medication administration.
Perform dental cleanings and, depending on skill, extractions as directed by and under the supervision by the DVM. To perform unsupervised dentals, up-to-date RVT credentials are required.
Maintain accurate medical records, anesthesia logs and surgical notes.
Oversee surgical preparation, sterile technique, equipment care and inventory management.Support and mentor assistants, students, and volunteers, ensuring adherence to safety and patient-care standards.
Communicate effectively with clients, providing discharge instructions and post-op guidance.

Qualifications

Required:

Current RVT license (or equivalent experience with a strong technical background).
Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience with emphasis on surgery and anesthesia.
Strong understanding of pain management protocols and perioperative care.
Skilled in IV catheter placement, induction, intubation, anesthetic monitoring, and emergency response for canine and feline patients.
Skilled in maintaining and troubleshooting surgical and anesthetic equipment.
Adept at maintaining accurate medical records for animals treated, including surgical notes, anesthesia records and post-operative care instructions as dictated by DVM.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating with veterinarians and team members.
Physical ability to safely lift and restrain animals up to 60 lbs, stand for long periods, and handle fast-paced clinic demands

Preferred:

Canine and feline dental extraction experience.
Experience in shelter, nonprofit or high-volume spay/neuter environment.
Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Prior leadership or training experience.

Qualities we value

Compassion – Genuine care for animals and their families.
Detail-Oriented – Accuracy in patient monitoring, records and procedures.
Professionalism – Reliable, respectful, accountable and committed to continuous learning.
Teamwork – Collaborative spirit, supportive of colleagues and mission-driven.
Calm Under Pressure – Ability to adapt and make sound decisions in stressful situations.

Why join us?

At C.A.R.E.4Paws, you will be part of a passionate, mission-driven team making a direct difference for thousands of pets and families each year. This role offers the chance to use your technical expertise in a unique, mobile clinic setting while helping underserved communities access life-saving care.

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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