Registered Veterinary Technician - Del Mar Heights

AmeriVet; Del Mar (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet care discounts

Career development opportunities

Continuing education allowance

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Mental health resources

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Del Mar Heights Veterinary Hospital is hiring a Full‑Time Registered Veterinary Technician in Del Mar, CA. You will perform exams, histories, imaging, anesthesia support, dental work, and in‑house lab tasks as part of a dedicated team.

Requirements include an active CA RVT license and 3+ years of clinical veterinary experience, with strong client communication and record keeping. Competitive pay and benefits are offered by AmeriVet.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician license in CA (active).
• 3+ years of veterinary clinical experience.
• Proficient with animal handling and restraint.
• Excellent client communication and medical record documentation.
• Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, dental procedures, and basic anesthesia/surgical assisting.

Responsibilities

• Take accurate medical histories and perform basic exam procedures.
• Position and perform digital radiology and other imaging as needed.
• Assist in dental procedures including scaling and charting; provide extractions if trained.
• Support anesthesia with induction, intubation, monitoring, and aseptic technique.
• Operate in-house lab equipment and basic cytology under supervision.

Skills

Animal handling

Client communication

Medical history taking

Team collaboration

Education

California RVT license (active)

Tools

Digital radiology

Ultrasound

In-house lab equipment

Job description

About us:

Del Mar Heights Veterinary Hospital consists of a team of highly trained and extremely motivated individuals whose primary concern is for the health and well‑being of its patients. We have been proudly serving Del Mar since 1990.

We are currently looking to hire a Full‑Time Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team!

• Salary: $26.00 - $35.00 per hour, depending on experience, education, certifications, licensure, and location.
• Schedule: Full‑time (No Weekends required), 1 hour lunch breaks
• Location: 2626 Del Mar Heights Rd B, Del Mar, CA 92014, USA

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California, license must be active and in good standing.

3+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting

Knowledge of industry tools and equipment

Passion for working with animals and their owners

Experience with proper animal handling and restraint

Understand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills

Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories

Perform basic exam procedures

Skilled in venipuncture and Intravenous (IV) catheter placement (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)

Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning

Perform complete dental procedures, including digital x-rays, scaling, polishing, charting, and extractions (preferred)

Comfortable with general anesthesia and surgical assisting (induction, intubation, monitoring, aseptic technique)

Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); in‑house laboratory equipment

Ability to utilize ultrasound to obtain diagnostic images and urine samples (preferred)

Excellent client communication/education

Ability to perform Technician appointments independently, including accurate medical record documentation

Benefits We Offer

_ Your well‑being matters to us. _ AmeriVet appreciates the level of dedication it takes to provide care and quality to the communities you serve, and as a reflection, we offer comprehensive benefits and additional services for you.

• Pet care discounts for your pets
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Over 200+ locations all over the US to choose between with AmeriVet partnering practices
• A great place to work with motivated and well‑trained staff
• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
• AmeriVet partnering practices are rapidly growing and expanding, adding more perks and inclusion for hospitals and professionals in the industry!

What Makes Us Different

• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!

Learn more about us at: http://amerivet.com/veterinary-jobs/

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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.