VCA Animal Hospitals-posted 3 days ago
$28 - $35/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • San Diego, CA

VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center, located in the heart of San Diego’s Mission Valley, is seeking an experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our team and be part of the new opening of our state-of-the-art, 26,000 sq. ft. hospital at: 7675 Mission Valley Rd., San Diego, CA 92108 In this position, you will support our doctors while creating a positive, low-stress experience for clients and patients. Duties include but are not limited to: The duties listed above reflect the general scope of the role and are not a complete list of all responsibilities. Management reserves the right to adjust job duties as circumstances evolve (e.g., emergencies, staffing needs, workload, or technical developments). We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.

  • Placing and maintaining IV catheters and central lines
  • Administering IV fluids, CRIs, and medications per DVM orders
  • Performing blood draws, including arterial samples
  • Setting up and monitoring oxygen therapy (nasal cannula, oxygen cages, ventilator)
  • Managing feeding tubes (nasogastric, esophageal, PEG)
  • Continuous monitoring of critically ill or post-op patients
  • Assessing vitals: HR, RR, temperature, BP, SpO₂, pain levels
  • Assisting with physical exams and patient assessments
  • Surgical preparation, anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Maintaining accurate medical records and filling prescriptions
  • Performing laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging
  • Providing compassionate nursing care for hospitalized patients
  • 1–2 years of proven experience in a veterinary hospital (ER/Specialty experience strongly preferred)
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Compassion for pets and people, with awareness of patient stress signals
  • Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office
  • Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work safely around potential hazards (allergens, zoonotic diseases, noises, odors, animal bites/scratches, waste, etc.)
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid vacation and sick days
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Generous employee pet discounts
  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth
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