Registered Veterinary Technician - Dentistry

Bay Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician with a strong passion and advanced skill set in veterinary dentistry to join our team!

This is a unique opportunity for a technician who enjoys the variety of working as part of a busy general practice team while also serving as one of our primary dental technicians. In this hybrid role, you'll spend part of your time supporting the hospital floor with appointments, treatments, surgery, and patient care, while taking the lead on dental procedures as scheduled.

To recognize your advanced dental expertise, you'll receive your regular hourly rate while working general technician shifts, with a dental differential that increases your hourly rate up to $50/hour while performing COHATs.

In this role, you will

• Perform comprehensive dental procedures, including prophylaxis, full-mouth dental radiographs, charting, and assisting with advanced dental treatments and extractions.
• Monitor anesthesia and provide exceptional patient care throughout dental and surgical procedures.
• Ensure efficient dental workflow by anticipating the veterinarian's needs and maintaining a high standard of organization and patient care.
• Accurately document dental findings and contribute to treatment planning and case management.
• Educate clients on dental disease, treatment recommendations, home care, and discharge instructions.
• Work alongside the medical team on the hospital floor, assisting with appointments, treatments, surgery, laboratory work, radiology, and inpatient care as needed.
• Collaborate with the entire team to provide exceptional care across all areas of the hospital.

This role is ideal for

An experienced RVT who has a strong background in veterinary dentistry but also enjoys the fast pace and variety of general practice. We're looking for someone who is confident leading dental procedures, passionate about improving patient oral health, and excited to be a valued member of the technician team both in dentistry and on the hospital floor.

Schedule

This is a full-time position with a 4/10 schedule. Availability is needed Monday through Saturday, with occasional weekend coverage as needed.

Full-time benefits and compensation**

• Compensation: $30 - $50 per hour, for each hour worked*
• Bonus package: $2000
• CE allowance: up to $1,000 annually based on tenure
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

• 401k options
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

Minimum qualifications and skill set

• 3+ years of clinical veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California**

Proficiency in the following skills

Anesthesia induction and monitoring

COHATs

Advanced dentistry techniques

Bay Animal Hospital is a large, AAHA-accredited small-animal practice with 9 doctors and 3 credentialed technicians caring for dogs and cats. The 5,000-square-foot hospital was renovated in 2020 and features 7 exam rooms, digital X-ray, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, and ECG. Case exposure includes soft tissue surgery, dentistry, orthopedic procedures, foreign bodies, ophthalmology, and mass removals, with visiting orthopedic, ophthalmology, and cardiology specialists. The team is upbeat, family-oriented, collaborative, and supportive, with strong doctor relationships and a reputation for quality care. Located minutes from the ocean in Manhattan Beach, employees can enjoy the beaches, restaurants, shops, and laid-back Southern California lifestyle.We look forward to hearing from you!

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.California Pay Range$30—$50 USDWestern Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact <[email hidden]>. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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