Job Description

Campus Veterinary Clinic is currently looking to hire a Lead Registered Veterinary Technicians to join our team! We are open to experienced RVT's!

Campus Veterinary Clinic is a long-standing general practice hospital with deep ties to the community, located in beautiful Berkeley, California. Our goal is to provide compassionate and quality medicine while striving to make an impact in our community and treat our patients/clients like family. We aim to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our awesome staff!

• Salary: $28 - $39 per hour, depending on experience, education, licensure, and certifications.

• Schedule: We are open Monday - Friday 7:30am - 6pm, shifts starting at 7:00am. Saturday coverage is not required at this time. Closed on Sunday and all federal holidays.

• Location: 1807 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94709

• Benefits: Continuing education allowance, license reimbursement, scrub allowance, additional PTO and sick time

Who You Are:

• 3+ years’ experience working as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant in a veterinary clinical hospital

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in California required – or eligibility to transfer/acquire state licensure within 3 months of hire

• As a Lead RVT, this role is considered a supervisor role. They will oversee and support the PM with being a point of contact on the floor with the techs and DVM's.

• Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.

• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment

• Compassionate and calm demeanor with animals and clients

• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint; Fear-Free and low stress handling preferred

• Solid understanding of animal behavior and healthcare

• Strong pharmacology knowledge including dosages, routes, side effects and proper administration

• Ability to perform complete dental prophylaxis with radiographs

• Skilled in IV Catheter placement, urinary catheter placement, applying casts, bandages and splints

• General nursing care including fluid therapy, vital monitoring, pain assessment and management

• Anesthesia monitoring and surgical experience including intubation, monitoring, pre-operative and post-operative care

• Laboratory skills including cytology set-up and interpretation; Idexx laboratory equipment

• Diagnostic experience including digital radiology, dental radiology, and ultrasound-guided cystocentesis

• Educating clients on animal care, medications, nutrition, and post-treatment instructions

• Strong attention to detail and multitasking abilities

• Ability to handle stressful or emotional situations professionally

• Adaptable to working well with current doctors and team members

• Understands the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills

• And all other duties of a Registered Veterinary Technician as allowable by law

Learn more about us at: Campus VC or: AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business

What Makes Us Different

• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!

• Career development and advancement opportunities.

• CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!

• Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, employee assistance programs, mental health benefits, HSA account with employer contributions, 401K with match, and much more

Let’s talk about your next opportunity

Apply online or skip the paperwork and email me (Josh) at joshua.jones@amerivet.com anytime.

Learn more about us at: AmeriVet Careers Page

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.

• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.

• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.

• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.