Registered Veterinary Technician

Destination Pet • San Diego, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Destination Pet is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) for Shelter Island Veterinary Hospital in San Diego, CA. This community-minded small animal practice emphasizes the crucial role of credentialed technicians in patient care, offering transparent pay, structured growth, and a supportive work environment. The hospital is a well-established, full-service general practice with a legacy of excellence, featuring state-of-the-art facilities, two dedicated DVMs, and an experienced support team committed to high standards of care. They stay current with advancements in diagnostics, medical treatments, surgical procedures, and preventative wellness, providing top-of-the-line equipment and an in-house laboratory and ultrasonography.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid California 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 certification (training and certification supported).

Responsibilities

• Work to 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 and triage care, including critical patient monitoring, advanced wound care, and managing catheters/feeding tubes.
• Lead tech appointments, team huddles, and mentor assistants/externs.
• Participate in a predictable weekend rotation.

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 an in-house nonprofit that helps low-income families access care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree