Registered Veterinary Technician - Pet Hospital of Tierrasanta

106110 The Pet Hospital of Tierrasanta LP; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pet Hospital of Tierrasanta in San Diego, CA is seeking a Part-Time Registered Veterinary Technician to join our friendly, animal-loving team. The ideal candidate will have RVT licensure and 3+ years of veterinary experience, with strong skills in blood draws, restraint, and client communication.

We are a busy, three-doctor hospital open weekdays and Saturdays, offering competitive hourly pay and a supportive work environment that values teamwork and high-quality animal care.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician with current license.
• 3+ years veterinary experience preferred.
• Experience with restraint and blood draws.
• Knowledge of radiology and dentistry within veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors and staff with patient handling and restraint.
• Perform blood draws and place IV catheters as needed.
• Operate digital radiology equipment and support dental imaging.
• Maintain accurate medical histories and communicate with clients effectively.

Skills

Registered Veterinary Technician

3+ years veterinary experience

Education

RVt license

Tools

Digital radiology

Vetscan

IV catheter placement

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician - The Pet Hospital of Tierrasanta! Come join our amazing team! San Diego, California The hourly pay band for this position is $26.00 - $30.00; this varies depending on experience, education, certifications, licensure, and location. Join our incredible team at The Pet Hospital of Tierrasanta as the next great step in your career. We are looking to add a Part-Time Registered Veterinary Technician to our team. The ideal candidate will be a dependable, detail-oriented team player who loves animals and being part of a fun, supportive team. They will have experience rooming patients, surgical assisting experience and knowledge of equipment used, drawing blood and running bloodwork, venipuncture, restraint, knowledge of x-ray and proper positioning, experience with proper animal handling and restraint, understanding the importance of client education, and being a positive and supportive team member.

The Pet Hospital of Tierrasanta is a 3-doctor hospital open from 8 am - 6 pm Monday through Friday, and 8:30 am - 5:30 pm on Saturday, closed on Sundays. The Pet Hospital of Tierrasanta aims to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent quality medicine and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best-personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our awesome staff!

Learn more about us: http://thepethospitaloftierrasanta.com/

Requirements

• Registered Veterinary Technician, the license must be current 3+ years of veterinary experience (preferred)
• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
• Passion for working with animals and their owners
• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint
• Understands the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills
• Obtaining accurate and thorough medical histories
• Assisting doctor and other technical staff with restraint
• Blood draws (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)
• Placing IV catheters
• Digital radiology including positioning.
• Dentistry (digital x-rays, scaling, polishing)
• Anesthesia (induction, intubation, monitoring, aseptic technique)
• TPR
• Laboratory skills such as ear and fecal cytology; HM5; Vetscan; Sedivue
• Excellent client communication/education Saturdays required

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/ #LI-SC1 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. At AmeriVet we believe thriving teams build thriving communities. You will have the tools, resources and opportunities to grow your career – no matter where you start.