Registered Veterinary Technician

Western Veterinary Partners; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k options

Paid time off

Job summary

Governor Animal Clinic in San Diego is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team, utilizing anesthesia and surgical expertise to advance patient care. You will provide anesthesia monitoring, patient prep and recovery, dental cleanings and radiographs, and support a busy, multi-doctor hospital committed to high-quality medicine.

The role is full-time with 10-hour shifts, Monday–Friday and rotating half-day Saturday coverage.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in California.
• Proficiency in surgery assistance, dental prophylaxis, and dental extractions.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional patient care during surgical and dental procedures, including anesthesia monitoring, patient prep and recovery, and dental radiographs.
• Ensure efficient surgical and procedural workflow and support the veterinary team.
• Communicate with clients to review treatment plans and provide discharge instructions with empathy.
• Collaborate with doctors and staff to deliver high-quality patient-centered care.

Skills

Surgery Assisting

Dental Prophylaxis

Dental Extractions

Client Communication

Job description

Governor Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team!

This is an excellent opportunity for skilled technicians eager to fully utilize their surgical and anesthesia expertise while making a meaningful impact on patient care.

In this role, you will:

Provide exceptional patient care during surgical and dental procedures, including anesthesia monitoring, patient prep and recovery, and dental cleanings and radiographs.

Ensure an efficient surgical and procedural workflow, anticipating the needs of the veterinary team and patients.

Communicate with clients to review treatment plans, answer questions, and provide discharge instructions with empathy and clarity.

This role is ideal for detail-oriented technicians who are passionate about anesthesia and are ready to work at the top of their license in a supportive, team-focused environment.

This is a flexible, full-time position, with 10-hour shifts and availability needed Monday-Friday and rotating half-day Saturday coverage.

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $25-32 per hour, for each hour worked*
• CE allowance: up to $1,000 annually based on tenure
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k options
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California**
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Surgery Assisting
  • Dental Prophylaxis
  • Dental Extractions
  • Client Communication
  • Please attach 3 professional references to application

Governor Animal Clinic is a busy, multi-doctor, state-of-the-art small animal hospital that has proudly served the San Diego community since 1977. Our hospital is built around high-quality medicine, modern equipment, and a strong team-first culture. Our Registered Veterinary Technicians are respected clinical professionals who collaborate closely with doctors and support staff to deliver patient-centered care. We value strong work ethic, accountability, and teamwork in an environment where RVTs are empowered to practice at a high level and be an integral part of medical decision-making.

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Pay Range

$25 - $32 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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