Experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician

Pasadena-Pets-Veterinary-Hospital; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

Referral bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Pasadena Pets Vet Hospital in Pasadena, CA is hiring an Experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician for a full-time role. Salary ranges from $21 to $23 per hour based on experience, with a schedule including Saturdays.

We offer comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and generous PTO. This is an opportunity to grow with a supportive team and contribute to high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or registered credentialed technician.
• Ability to obtain patient histories and record vital signs accurately.
• Comfort with Fear Free and Feline Friendly handling and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with appointments, treatments, and procedures.
• Record patient histories and vital signs.
• Perform venipuncture and collect samples; place IV catheters and assist with fluids.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Assist with lab work, anesthesia monitoring, and post-procedure care.
• Maintain detailed medical records and communicate with clients.

Skills

Veterinary Technician

RVT Credential

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician credential

Job description

Who we are:

Pasadena Pets Vet Hospital is Hiring an Experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician!

Position Details

Role: Experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician Status: Full-time Salary: $21–$23 per hour, based on experience Schedule: Schedule will vary based on hospital needs, including Saturdays

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Covered in Pet Hair? You May Have Found Your People.

Right now, as you read this, are you covered in pet hair? Do you have cat treats or dog bags in your pocket? Is there a cat in your lap—or maybe an 80-pound Labrador?

If so, keep reading, because Pasadena Pets Vet Hospital is ready to welcome an experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician to our fantastic team, and you might be one of us!

At Pasadena Pets Vet Hospital, we value dedication to exceptional patient care, a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and showing up as your awesome, authentic self. We know it takes all kinds of people, personalities, and talents to help our patients—and each other—thrive.

If you're looking for a hospital where you can use your skills, continue learning, and work alongside people who are invested in your success, we'd love to meet you.

Why our Veterinary Technicians Love It Here

• A supportive team that is genuinely committed to your success
• Mentorship and support as you grow and advance your veterinary career
• Training in Fear Free and Feline Friendly methods
• Continuing education opportunities to keep your skills and knowledge growing
• A workplace that values individuality and encourages you to bring your authentic self to work
• A strong commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
• A collaborative environment where teamwork and mutual respect matter
• Opportunities to strengthen your technical skills and expand your veterinary knowledge
• A clinic culture that recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance
• Leadership and teammates who want to see you succeed

What our Veterinary Technicians Do

As a Veterinary Technician at Pasadena Pets Vet Hospital, you'll play an essential role in providing compassionate, high-quality care while supporting our veterinarians, patients, clients, and fellow team members.

• Assist veterinarians with appointments, treatments, procedures, and patient care
• Obtain thorough patient histories and accurately record vital signs
• Provide safe, compassionate patient handling and restraint
• Perform venipuncture and collect diagnostic samples
• Place IV catheters and assist with fluid therapy
• Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
• Assist with laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures
• Prepare patients and treatment areas for medical and surgical procedures
• Support anesthesia monitoring, patient recovery, and post-procedure care based on experience and training
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient medical records
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients about patient care, medications, discharge instructions, and preventive healthcare
• Utilize Fear Free and Feline Friendly techniques to help reduce patient stress whenever possible
• Keep treatment and patient-care areas clean, organized, stocked, and ready for the day
• Collaborate with veterinarians and teammates to maintain an efficient workflow
• Jump in wherever needed to support patients, clients, and coworkers

What You'll Bring

We're looking for an experienced or registered veterinary professional who combines strong technical skills with compassion, curiosity, reliability, and a team-first attitude.

• Previous hands-on veterinary technician experience
• Registered Veterinary Technician credentials are welcome
• Confidence providing safe and compassionate patient care
• Strong veterinary technical and clinical skills
• Excellent communication and client-service skills
• Strong attention to detail and accurate medical recordkeeping
• The ability to multitask and adapt in a busy veterinary environment
• A positive, supportive, and collaborative approach
• Compassion and empathy for patients, clients, coworkers, and yourself
• A willingness to ask questions, share knowledge, and continue learning
• Interest in Fear Free and Feline Friendly patient-care techniques
• Dependability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic
• A genuine passion for veterinary medicine and the pets and people we serve

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

At Pasadena Pets Vet Hospital, professional growth isn't something we simply talk about. We want our technicians to continue developing their skills, expanding their knowledge, and feeling confident in the care they provide.

You will have access to mentorship, continuing education opportunities, and training in Fear Free and Feline Friendly methods. Just as importantly, you'll work alongside coworkers who are committed to your success.

We also believe a great veterinary workplace makes room for individuality. Bring your experience, your ideas, your personality—and yes, the pet hair that's probably already attached to your clothes.

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• State license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Access to the Vetcor Techlife community, connecting veterinary technicians company-wide

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you're an experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician looking for a hospital where patient care matters, professional growth is encouraged, and your coworkers are invested in your success, Pasadena Pets Vet Hospital may be exactly what you've been looking for.

Bring your skills, compassion, personality, and passion for veterinary medicine. We'll provide the mentorship, opportunities, and team to help you keep growing.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Pasadena Pets Vet Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing different perspectives and ways of understanding and engaging with the world. We're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.