Registered Veterinary Technician

Western Veterinary Partners • Santee, CA

7h • $30 - $37

About The Position

Jamacha Pet Vets is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to provide dedicated support for surgery, anesthesia, and dental procedures. The role offers the opportunity to use technical skills with autonomy, trust, and support in a fast-paced, collaborative general practice. The technician will contribute to safe, efficient, high-quality patient care from induction through recovery alongside a veterinary team that values skilled technicians.

Jamacha Pet Vets is an eight-doctor small-animal practice with three credentialed technicians caring for dogs and cats. The freestanding hospital has digital X-ray, digital dental radiography, IDEXX and in-house laboratory capabilities, laser therapy, and ultrasound. The team performs general soft tissue surgery and orthopedic procedures supported by a residency-trained doctor. The position offers advanced case exposure and opportunities for continued growth in a responsive, client-focused environment; future expansion opportunities are being considered.

The schedule is flexible and may be full-time or part-time, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday through Friday. Compensation is $30–$37 per hour. Full-time benefits include a credential-based bonus, a tenure- and credential-based CE allowance, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, an Employee Assistance Program, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off under site policy and applicable law, and a personal pet discount. Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits under company policy and state law.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active, good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician credential in California.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring.
• Proficiency in anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Proficiency in surgical assistance and aseptic technique.
• Proficiency in venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement.
• Proficiency in radiology positioning and safety protocols.
• Proficiency in medication administration and accurate drug calculations.
• Proficiency in laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing.
• Proficiency in accurate medical record documentation.
• Proficiency in safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint.
• Client education and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong critical thinking and attention to detail.
• Effective teamwork and professional communication skills.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

• Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure are encouraged to apply.
• Out-of-state license-holders eligible to transfer a license are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgical and dental procedure schedules.
• Calculate and prepare anesthetic medications and drug dosages.
• Induce, monitor, and recover anesthesia patients.
• Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and dental radiography.
• Monitor patient recovery and ongoing procedural care.
• Guide clients through patient admission and discharge with confidence and compassion.
• Provide patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring.
• Perform venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement.
• Follow radiology positioning and safety protocols.
• Administer medications and perform accurate drug calculations.
• Collect laboratory samples and conduct in-house diagnostic testing.
• Document medical records accurately.
• Handle and restrain patients safely using low-stress techniques.
• Prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment while communicating and working effectively with the team.

Benefits

• $2,000 bonus based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in California.
• CE allowance of $500–$1,000 based on tenure and credentials.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law.
• Personal pet discount.
• Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law.

What This Job Offers

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