Temporary Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery
$62,400–$83,200 year
On-site · Redwood City, California, United States
Job Summary
Surgery Technician (Temporary RVT) in Redwood City, CA. Responsibilities include preoperative care (surgical suite prep, instrument sterilization, patient prep), anesthesia administration and monitoring, surgical assistance with aseptic technique, postoperative care and records, radiography, equipment maintenance, client communication about post-op care, and emergency surgery support. Requires CA-RVT license, high school diploma, clinical surgery experience, and obtaining the CA Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit within 60 days. Schedule: full-time (4/10s or 3/12s). Compensation: RVT $30–$40/hour plus $5.50/hour night differential (6pm–6am). Benefits include health/dental/vision, retirement, PTO, CE allowances, license reimbursement, and ongoing professional development opportunities.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Active CA-RVT license
- Clinical surgery experience
- Must obtain CA Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit within 60 days
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