Registered Veterinary Technician

Destination Pet, LLC • San Juan Capistrano, CA

4d • $25 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Destination Pet is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) for the Ortega Animal Care Center in San Juan Capistrano, CA. This community-minded small animal practice values credentialed technicians as clinical drivers of patient care and offers transparent pay, structured growth, and investment in employee well-being. The role encourages RVTs to work at the top of their license, serving as clinical leaders in patient care. The facility is a well-established, full-service general practice hospital with state-of-the-art equipment, including digital radiography, dental radiography, an in-house laboratory, and ultrasonography.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) state license.
• Dentistry experience is a bonus.

Nice To Haves

• Dentistry experience

Responsibilities

• Utilize skills in anesthesia and analgesia, including IV catheterization, pain management, induction, and monitoring/recovery.
• Perform dentistry procedures, including full-mouth dental radiography, charting, and periodontal therapy.
• Conduct diagnostic procedures such as high-quality radiography/positioning, in-house lab analysis, and sample collection.
• Provide nursing and triage care, including critical patient monitoring, advanced wound care, and managing catheters/feeding tubes.
• Take on workflow leadership roles, 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
• Fear Free focused environment (training and certification supported)
• Paid volunteer time and partnership with our in-house nonprofit that helps low-income families access care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed