Registered Veterinary Technician
About The Position
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. 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. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.
Requirements
- 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.)
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- 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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
