Registered Veterinary Technician
Animal Clinic Northview
Animal Clinic Northview is a full-service veterinary and emergency hospital in the greater Cleveland area known for delivering exceptional, comprehensive, and compassionate care to patients and their families. Founded in 1977, our 34-doctor, 175-staff, AAHA-accredited hospital has built a long-standing reputation for excellence in advanced diagnostics, surgery, internal medicine, emergency/critical care, and client service. Our 36,000 sq. ft. facility includes state-of-the-art diagnostic technology — digital radiography, digital ultrasonography, a CT scanner capable of full 3-D reconstruction, endoscopy, laparoscopy, a complete surgical suite, an in-house laboratory and pharmacy, a full rehabilitation center with underwater treadmill and therapy pool, and a 24-hour ICU.
We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and play a key role in delivering high-quality medical and surgical care in collaboration with our veterinarians, R VT staff, and support team.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and surgeries — preparing patients, monitoring anesthesia, supporting surgical and post-operative care.
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Perform sample collection (blood, urine, tissue, etc.), run in-house diagnostics and lab tests, manage laboratory workflows.
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Monitor hospitalized patients, administer medications, fluids, and supportive care, and provide nursing care as needed.
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Maintain and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment; prepare and clean surgical suites; ensure a safe, organized, and clean clinical environment.
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Communicate effectively with clients — providing education on post-operative care, preventive medicine, diagnostics, and follow-up recommendations.
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Assist with anesthesia monitoring, radiology (or imaging support), and other diagnostics under veterinarian supervision.
Qualifications & What We’re Looking For
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Active RVT certification or equivalent license as required by Ohio/state law
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Graduation from an accredited veterinary-technician program (or equivalent) and relevant clinical experience preferred, though new grads with strong interest and drive are welcome to apply
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Strong knowledge of veterinary medical terminology, procedures, and compassionate patient handling
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Ability to perform under pressure, multitask, and handle a physically and emotionally demanding clinical environment (including emergencies) with care and professionalism
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills — able to interact with veterinarians, team members, and clients respectfully and clearly
What We Offer
At Animal Clinic Northview:
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A supportive, collaborative hospital environment with a full medical and support team (veterinarians, RVTs, technicians, ICU staff, pharmacy, administrative support)
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Opportunities to work with advanced diagnostics, surgery, critical care — gaining broad hospital-based experience beyond routine general practice
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Ongoing support for continuing education, skill growth, and professional mentorship (including for newer/less experienced techs)
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Competitive compensation, benefits, and a schedule that values work-life balance
Why Northview?
We believe in fostering growth, learning, and long-term team relationships. Many members of our team have been with us for 15, 20, or 30+ years — a testament to our commitment to supportive culture, quality medicine, and staff satisfaction. As a 24-hour hospital offering advanced care, we provide a dynamic, full-spectrum veterinary environment where dedicated techs can build broad and deep experience.
If you’re passionate about veterinary care, eager to learn and grow, and committed to compassionate, high-quality patient and client care — we’d love to meet you.
Equal Opportunity Employer