Registered Veterinary Technician - American Animal Hospital

AmeriVet; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

CE Programs by AmeriVet

Job summary

American Animal Hospital in San Diego’s Mira Mesa community is a well-established small-animal practice serving dogs and cats since 1986. We provide wellness, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, and more in a compassionate, collaborative environment.

We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician with at least 3 years of experience, strong surgery and anesthesia skills, and an interest in dentistry. Full-Time and Part-Time schedules available; compensation is $26-$33/hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician.
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Surgery and anesthesia experience and confidence.

Skills

Surgery & anesthesia

Animal handling

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician Certification

Job description

Located in San Diego’s Mira Mesa community, American Animal Hospital is a well-established small-animal practice that has proudly served the area since 1986. The hospital provides comprehensive care for dogs and cats, including wellness and preventive medicine, diagnostics, dentistry, surgery, pharmacy services, and more. With a focus on individualized, compassionate care, the team is committed to building lasting relationships with pets and their families while providing high-quality medicine in a collaborative, supportive environment.

We are currently seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team. We have Full-Time and Part-Time schedules available. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician, and have solid surgery and anesthesia skills. An interest in dentistry or learning more about dentistry is also preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician
• Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Veterinary Technician Certification Required
• Experience and confidence in surgery and general anesthesia
• Interest in dentistry
• Open schedule availability

Compensation is $26-$33/hr and based on experience

Some Full-Time Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance + mental health support services
• 401(k) + match
• CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!

Learn more about us at:

http://amerivet.com/veterinary-jobs/

At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.
• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.
• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.