Lead Registered Veterinary Technician - Ambassador Dog & Cat Hospital

Ambassadorpet; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 44,083 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

CE stipends and career development resources

Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Job summary

Ambassadorpet's Ambassador Dog & Cat Hospital in Los Angeles seeks a Lead Registered Veterinary Technician. The role involves performing technical tasks and supervising staff, ensuring exceptional patient care and compliance with standards. Candidates must be certified RVT in California. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k) contributions, and emotional support resources. The position offers a schedule from Monday to Friday, with a pay range of $32 to $35 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in California.

Responsibilities

• Conduct examinations and interviews to determine animal requirements.
• Care for patients by administering medications and gathering vital signs.
• Maintain medical records and communicate with pet owners.

Skills

Animal care

Vital signs monitoring

Laboratory tests

Medication administration

Record keeping

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification in California

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Ambassador Dog & Cat Hospital is currently seeking a Lead Registered Veterinary Technician to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people – providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage – for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience – every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Lead Registered Veterinary Technician who performs the duties of medical technical staff (technicians and assistants) as well as scheduling and supervising the staff of the assigned department. Expedites the care and efficiency of the department. In charge of patient care standards for the department. Must lead the team by example, demonstrating organizational skills, following company policies, and maintaining a professional attitude.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• Must be a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in California.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday from 10am–6pm/6:30pm

Pay Range

$32 – $35 USD

Location

Ambassador Dog & Cat Hospital in Los Angeles, California.

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Equality and Inclusion

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V