Registered Veterinary Technician
- Pay
- $30 – $40 per hour
- Location
- Monterey, CA
- Listed
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About the role
Come work in beautiful Monterey, CA! Purrfurably Cats is looking for an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our feline-focused team and take an active role in surgery, anesthesia, and dentistry.
Looking for a practice where you can put your skills to good use, collaborate with a supportive team, and enjoy a more structured, manageable pace? Purrfurably Cats is a small, feline-exclusive practice (though we appreciate all critters!) where patient care is thoughtful, schedules are organized, and team members have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution without feeling like they're constantly running on empty.
With designated surgery and receiving days, you'll have the opportunity to take ownership of surgical cases, help guide the surgical team, and support our doctors during routine and complaint-driven appointments. We also value teamwork and knowledge-sharing, so if you enjoy mentoring newer team members and helping others grow their skills, you'll fit right in.
In this position, you will take an active role in
- Coordinating surgical and dental procedure schedules
- Calculating and preparing anesthetic medications and drug dosages
- Inducing, monitoring, and recovering anesthesia patients
- Assisting veterinarians during surgical procedures
- Performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Monitoring patient recovery and ongoing procedural care
- Guiding clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion
Schedule and compensation
- Compensation: $30 - $40 per hour, for each hour worked
- This is a full-time position, Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM (5/8 schedule).
Full-time Benefits Package*
- Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of California
- CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set
- 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
- Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
- Feline Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
- Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong critical thinking and attention to detail
- Effective teamwork and professional communication skills
Out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply
Why choose Purrfurably Cats?
Purrfurably Cats is a feline-only practice with 2 doctors and 1 credentialed technician dedicated to caring for cats. The hospital offers digital X-ray and digital dental radiography and provides a specialized feline caseload that includes general practice surgery, dentistry, hospice care, at-home euthanasia, and luxury boarding.
For veterinary professionals who are passionate about feline medicine and enjoy a focused patient population, this practice offers an opportunity to deepen cat-specific skills and client relationships. Located in Monterey, the hospital is surrounded by beautiful coastline, outdoor recreation, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, historic areas, and a strong food and arts scene.
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Pay and benefits
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.
Pay Range $35 - $40 USD
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Equal opportunity and legal notices
Western 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. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
From Western Veterinary Partners's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 13, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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