Animal Samaritans Society·Thousand Palms, California
The RVT focuses on veterinary dentistry and anesthetic procedures, including performing dental prophylaxis and interpreting radiographs. They are also responsible for general patient care, laboratory work, and providing client education within a nonprofit environment.
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
📍 Coachella Valley (Palm Spring Area), California 💲 $28.00 – $36.00 per hour DOE, with up to $5000 signing bonus 🩺 Full-Time, Part-time or 1099 role | Comprehensive Benefits | Mission-Driven Nonprofit Environment
Animal Samaritans is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with strong dental experience to join our veterinary team. This is an exciting opportunity for an RVT who enjoys performing high-quality dental procedures while working in a collaborative, non-corporate, mission-driven environment dedicated to helping pets and the people who love them.
At Animal Samaritans, we believe veterinary medicine should not only provide exceptional patient care, but also support the local community. Through our nonprofit mission, we are able to provide financial assistance programs that help families access veterinary care when they otherwise could not afford it. Our team members take pride in making a meaningful difference every day.
The Registered Veterinary Technician – Dental Specialist performs a wide range of technical and patient care duties with an emphasis on veterinary dentistry and anesthetic procedures. The ideal candidate is highly skilled, detail-oriented, compassionate, and thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Why Join Animal Samaritans?
We offer a supportive, team-focused culture where employees are valued and appreciated. Unlike large corporate veterinary groups, our organization is community-centered and mission-driven.
Animal Samaritans is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Candidates must hold a current California RVT license and preferably have at least 2 years of experience with a strong emphasis on dental skills. Physical ability to lift 40+ pounds and flexibility for occasional Saturday shifts are required.
Market context
In California, dental assistant roles with orthodontic experience are often competitive because employers typically look for candidates who can step into patient flow, imaging, and chairside support with minimal onboarding. For this role, a valid RDA license and X-ray license are required, and orthodontic experience is essential. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit, then confirm your licensure and orthodontic background before applying.
