Registered Veterinary Technician (part-time)

Destination Pet, LLC; Coronado (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

CE allowance

PTO accrual

Volunteer time

Leadership ladder

Job summary

Destination Pet LLC’s Purple Paws Pet Clinic in Coronado, CA, is seeking a Part‑time Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to deliver care at the top of your license and serve as a clinical leader in a busy, high‑quality practice.

You’ll perform anesthesia and analgesia, dentistry, diagnostics, and nursing/triage while mentoring assistants and coordinating tech appointments. We offer a skills‑based ladder, CE allowances, paid volunteer time, and a competitive wage of $30–$32 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid California RVT license.
• Work at the top of your license and drive patient care.
• Clinical leadership responsibilities in a busy practice.
• Strong anesthesia, dentistry and radiography skills required.
• Ability to mentor assistants/externs and lead tech appointments.

Responsibilities

• Perform anesthesia and analgesia with multimodal management.
• Provide dentistry and radiography services per protocol.
• Conduct in-house diagnostics and specimen handling.
• Lead nursing and triage for patient monitoring and care.
• Coordinate tech appointments and mentor staff on the floor.

Skills

RVT

Top of license

Clinical leadership

Anesthesia & analgesia

Dentistry

Diagnostics

Nursing & triage

Team mentoring

Education

California RVT license

Tools

Digital DR

Dental radiography

In-house lab

Infusion pumps

Multi-parameter monitors

Job description

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!PART-TIME REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNICIANPurple Paws Pet Clinic - Coronado, CA Wage Range: $30.00- $32.00 /hr.Must hold a valid California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) state license.Practice at the TOP of Your License | Transparent Pay | Career LadderAre you tired of being underutilized? Our community-minded small animal practice believes credentialed technicians are the clinical drivers of patient care, and we back that belief with transparent pay, structured growth, and a genuine investment in your well-being. Come join a team where your credentials are a launchpad, not a ceiling!Why Technicians Thrive Here – Our Investment in You Annual CE Allowance + Dedicated CE PTO Part-time PTO accrual Competitive wages with skills-based differentials and leadership stipends Structured career ladder with multiple technician levels and merit-based increases 401(k) 24/7 Mental Health Support via Telemedicine Fear Free focused environment (training and certification supported) Paid volunteer time and partnership with our in-house nonprofit that helps low-income families access carePurple Paws Pet Clinic – A Look InsideWe are a well-established, full-service small animal hospital with a legacy of excellence in Coronado. Our state-of-the-art facility features three dedicated DVMs and a passionate support team committed to the highest standards of care. We are dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in diagnostics, medical treatments, surgical procedures, and preventative wellness. Purple Paws Pet Clinic is equipped for excellence. We provide top-of-the-line medical, surgical, and dental equipment, as well as in house ultrasound.Your Role – Clinical Driver & LeaderAs a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), you will be encouraged to work at the top of your license and serve as a clinical leader, ensuring medical excellence with a patient-first mindset. We follow AAHA utilization guidance consistently.You will primarily utilize your skills in:Anesthesia & Analgesia: Full IV catheterization, multimodal pain management, induction, and advanced monitoring/recovery.Dentistry: Full-mouth dental radiography, charting, and periodontal therapy (per DVM direction).Diagnostics: High-quality radiography/positioning, in-house lab analysis, and sample collection.Nursing & Triage: Critical patient monitoring, advanced wound care, and managing catheters/feeding tubes.Workflow Leadership: Leading tech appointments, team huddles, and mentoring assistants/externs.Growth & ScheduleGrowth Paths: Your career interests guide your path! Perks include paid precepting, skill checkoffs tied to ladder milestones, and leadership training. We build you a ladder, not a ceiling.Schedule: Full-time with flexible scheduling options (choose 4 ten-hour or 5 eight-hour shifts) and a predictable weekend rotation.Tools: Modern equipment including digital DR, dental radiography, in-house lab, infusion pumps, and multi-parameter monitors.Ready to grow with a team that truly uses and values credentialed technicians? Apply with us today!!Destination Pet LLC affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.Destination Pet LLC endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our recruitment team.At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity. We don't play favorites or judge folks based on skin color, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristics. Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team. So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion. Ready to join our pack?