Registered Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Destination Pet is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) for Purple Paws Pet Clinic in Coronado, CA. This role is designed for RVTs who feel underutilized and are looking for a practice that values credentialed technicians as clinical drivers of patient care. The clinic offers transparent pay, structured growth, and a focus on well-being, aiming to provide a launchpad for career advancement rather than a ceiling. The clinic is a well-established, full-service small animal hospital with a state-of-the-art facility, three dedicated DVMs, and a passionate support team committed to high standards of care. They utilize top-of-the-line medical, surgical, and dental equipment, including in-house ultrasound.
Requirements
- Must hold a valid California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) state license.
- Experience in anesthesia & analgesia, including full IV catheterization, multimodal pain management, induction, and advanced monitoring/recovery.
- Experience in dentistry, including full-mouth dental radiography, charting, and periodontal therapy.
- Experience in diagnostics, including high-quality radiography/positioning, in-house lab analysis, and sample collection.
- Experience in nursing & triage, including critical patient monitoring, advanced wound care, and managing catheters/feeding tubes.
- Experience in workflow leadership, including leading tech appointments, team huddles, and mentoring assistants/externs.
Nice To Haves
- Fear Free focused environment (training and certification supported)
Responsibilities
- Work at the top of your license and serve as a clinical leader, ensuring medical excellence with a patient-first mindset.
- Utilize skills in anesthesia & analgesia, including full IV catheterization, multimodal pain management, induction, and advanced monitoring/recovery.
- Perform dentistry procedures such as full-mouth dental radiography, charting, and periodontal therapy (per DVM direction).
- Conduct diagnostics including high-quality radiography/positioning, in-house lab analysis, and sample collection.
- Provide nursing & triage care for critical patients, including advanced wound care and managing catheters/feeding tubes.
- Engage in workflow leadership, including leading tech appointments, team huddles, and mentoring assistants/externs.
Benefits
- $1,500 Annual CE Allowance + Dedicated CE PTO
- 3 weeks PTO
- Competitive wages with skills-based differentials and leadership stipends
- Structured career ladder with multiple technician levels and merit-based increases
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with 5% company match
- 24/7 Mental Health Support via Telemedicine
- Paid volunteer time and partnership with our in-house nonprofit that helps low-income families access care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
