Veterinary Technician Surgery

VCA Animal Hospitals•San Diego, CA

14d•$28 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Credentialed Veterinary Technician – Surgery Department VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center San Diego, CA – Mission Valley VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center, located in the heart of San Diego’s Mission Valley, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Surgery team and be part of the opening of our state-of-the-art, 26,000 sq. ft. hospital at: 📍 7675 Mission Valley Rd., San Diego, CA 92108 Compensation & Schedule $27.50 – $35.00 per hour (negotiable based on education, experience, and credentials) Shift Differentials: $2.50 – $5.50 per hour depending on shift Schedules: Day to evening shifts available Alternative Work Weeks: 4x10-hour shifts available We are a fast-paced, 24-hour emergency/specialty referral practice in beautiful San Diego California. We offer competitive compensation and great benefits for all employees. We are currently looking to add to our team and are seeking an experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technician to add to our Surgery Department, who believes in high quality veterinary medicine with the experience and know-how to make it happen. The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen. Why We Need You As a member of the VCA team, your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so they will partner with us for the lifelong care of their companion animals. You’ve worked hard for your credentialing and we want you to use the knowledge that you’ve invested your time and talent in.

Requirements

1–2 years of proven experience in a veterinary hospital (Surgery 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.)