Compassionate Veterinary Technician - Surgical & Patient Care

Petco; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support our Vetco Total Care hospital. You will provide high-quality animal care and patient support, while delivering exceptional client service in a fast-paced veterinary setting.

You will assist veterinarians during exams, surgeries, and dental procedures, record medical data, and help educate pet owners on treatment plans. The role emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be compassionate and sympathetic and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Must be a team player willing to learn and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and patients, take vital signs and record in EMR.
• Assist veterinarian with routine and emergency care, surgeries, dentistry, euthanasia.
• Perform patient restraint, collect samples, dispense medications and maintain EMR.
• Schedule appointments, educate clients, manage records and accounts receivable.
• Prepare patients for procedures, monitor anesthesia and post-procedure recovery.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Compassionate

Education

Credentialed Veterinary Technician

Job description

Petco is seeking a Veterinary Technician to support our Vetco Total Care hospital. You will provide high-quality animal care and patient support, while delivering exceptional client service in a fast-paced veterinary setting.

You will assist veterinarians during exams, surgeries, and dental procedures, record medical data, and help educate pet owners on treatment plans. The role emphasizes teamwork, compassion, and adherence to safety and quality standards.