National Veterinary Associates

Provides veterinary network, partnerships, and resources

Lead Registered Veterinary Technician

Veterinary ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeVacaville, CA, USA$27 - $30 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Hold an active RVT, LVT, or CVT license in California.
Have a minimum of 3–5 years of clinical veterinary experience.
Demonstrate strong anesthesia, dentistry, and technical skills.
Have excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
Be able to lead by example in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and support registered veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants.
Assist with onboarding, training, and ongoing skill development.
Promote a positive, respectful, and accountable team culture.
Act as a clinical resource and role model on the floor.
Perform advanced nursing skills, including anesthesia monitoring, catheter placement, radiology, laboratory procedures, and dental cleanings.
Oversee patient care from intake through discharge.
Ensure accurate medical records and client communication.
Uphold high standards for patient safety and comfort.
Maintain and enforce hospital protocols, safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
Assist with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and controlled drug logs.
Collaborate with leadership on workflow improvements and quality control.

Desired Qualifications

Prior leadership or supervisory experience.

General information

City: Vacaville

State: California

Hospital Name: Oak Animal Hospital

Job Type: Veterinary Technician

Description & Requirements

Oak Animal Hospital is a growing, client-focused veterinary practice dedicated to providing high-quality medical care while fostering a supportive, collaborative team environment. We are seeking an experienced Lead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to help guide our technician team, support doctors, and elevate patient care standards.

Position Overview

The Lead RVT plays a dual role of clinical excellence and team leadership. This position supports daily operations, mentors technical staff, ensures compliance with best practices, and works closely with management and veterinarians to maintain efficient workflows and exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Support

Lead, mentor, and support RVTs and veterinary assistants
Assist with onboarding, training, and ongoing skill development
Promote a positive, respectful, and accountable team culture
Act as a clinical resource and role model on the floor

Clinical Duties

Perform advanced nursing skills including anesthesia monitoring, catheter placement, radiology, laboratory procedures, and dental cleanings
Oversee patient care from intake through discharge
Ensure accurate medical records and client communication
Uphold high standards for patient safety and comfort

Operations & Compliance

Maintain and enforce hospital protocols, safety standards, and regulatory compliance
Assist with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and controlled drug logs
Collaborate with leadership on workflow improvements and quality control

Qualifications

Active RVT/LVT/CVT license in California
Minimum 3–5 years of clinical veterinary experience
Prior leadership or supervisory experience preferred
Strong anesthesia, dentistry, and technical skills
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

$27-$30/hr DOE
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and paid holiday
License and professional dues reimbursement
Employee pet care discounts
Supportive leadership and growth opportunities
401(k)

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About the Company

National Veterinary Associates

Provides veterinary network, partnerships, and resources

NVA (National Veterinary Associates) builds a network of animal hospitals and pet resorts by partnering with veterinary practices. It provides these partners with support, resources, and access to a shared knowledge base to improve day-to-day operations, veterinary care, and animal welfare. The way it works is through partnerships: practices join the network and use the collective tools, training, and services to run their clinics more efficiently while keeping their own culture. This makes NVA different from competitors by leveraging a large, connected community that emphasizes collaboration, shared expertise, and sustainable growth across many clinics and facilities, rather than competing in isolation. The company’s goal is to raise the standard of care in veterinary medicine and pet care by enabling more practices to grow, share knowledge, and deliver better outcomes for animals and their owners.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Growth Equity (Non-Venture Capital)
Total funding: $128M
Headquarters: Agoura Hills, CA
Founded: 1996

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