Registered Veterinary Technician - Dentistry Focus

Lead Dental Procedures at a Modern, Collaborative Practice Are you an experienced RVT with a passion for veterinary dentistry? Do you enjoy leading dental procedures, performing comprehensive dental cleanings, monitoring anesthesia, and partnering with veterinarians to provide exceptional oral health care? If so, Berkeley Animal Hospital would love to meet you. We are seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician with strong dentistry experience to join our growing team. This role is ideal for an RVT who enjoys taking ownership of dental procedures and helping advance the hospital's dental services while delivering outstanding patient care. Learn more about us: www.banimalhospital.com Why You'll Love Working With Us: Modern, 3,000 sq. ft. facility designed for efficiency and comfort. Dedicated dental and surgical suites. Digital dental radiography and advanced dental equipment. Fear Free–inspired patient care, including specialized Casco cages. Advanced technology, including ultrasound, digital radiographs, and Idexx in-house diagnostics. Collaborative team of 5 DVMs, experienced RVTs, and visiting specialists. Privately owned practice that values teamwork, respect, and professional growth. What You'll Do: Lead and support our dentistry program by: Performing comprehensive anesthetized dental prophylaxis procedures. Taking and interpreting high-quality full-mouth dental radiographs. Monitoring anesthesia throughout dental procedures, along with charting. Assisting veterinarians with dental extractions and advanced oral surgery procedures - including but not limited to dental nerve blocks, gingival flaps. Developing treatment plans and dental recommendations alongside veterinarians. Maintaining dental equipment and ensuring best-practice dental protocols. Helping mentor team members and promote excellence in dental care. Additional RVT responsibilities include: Providing compassionate, high-quality patient care. Performing venipuncture, catheter placement, and diagnostic procedures. Assisting with surgery, anesthesia, radiology, and laboratory testing. Calculating and administering medications accurately. Responding confidently to emergency situations. Maintaining thorough and compliant medical records. Collaborating with specialists during advanced procedures. Who You Are: Licensed Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT). Experienced and confident in veterinary dentistry and anesthesia. Comfortable leading dental procedures from patient preparation through recovery. Skilled in dental radiography and assisting with extractions. Professional, dependable, and detail-oriented. Passionate about patient care and client education. Positive team player with strong communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: 2+ years of veterinary dentistry experience. Extensive experience performing dental prophylaxis and dental radiographs. Experience assisting with routine and advanced extractions. Interest in helping grow and elevate a hospital's dentistry program. Compensation & Benefits: Pay: $40-$45/hr, depending on experience and dental expertise. Full-Time Benefits Include: 401(k). Health, dental, and vision insurance. PTO. Employee pet care discount (20% off services). At-cost Idexx lab testing. VetGirl membership for continuing education. About Berkeley Animal Hospital: Berkeley Animal Hospital is a privately owned small animal practice committed to high-quality, Fear Free–inspired medicine. Our thoughtfully designed facility includes dedicated dental and surgical suites, advanced diagnostic equipment, and access to specialists in multiple disciplines. We are building a team of skilled professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional care and growing together.