Vet Tech — Open Hospital, Growth & CE

National Veterinary Associates; Los Gatos (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-Hour Work Week differential $2.25/h

Paid time off

Discounted veterinary services

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our Los Gatos-based team. The role involves outpatient care, assisting veterinarians, and supporting clients and pets across multiple hospital locations as needed.

Wage starts at $24–$36 per hour depending on experience, with weekend shifts required and occasional holidays. The position offers professional development, travel to Los Altos Hospital when needed, and a strong team environment under Adobe Animal Hospitals

Qualifications

• Must have excellent client service and maintain a professional attitude.
• Strong dedication and commitment to quality care.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to make independent decisions and solve complex problems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with teamwork.
• Willingness to train and share skills; drive to improve protocols.

Responsibilities

• Direct workflow and provide advice to owners in person or by phone, relay messages to doctors and clients for scheduled appointments and care.
• Perform veterinary technical skills efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Assess patient care status, review plans and document treatments per orders.
• Interact with clients and patients, obtain histories, vital signs, and explain treatments and medications.
• Administer IM, IV, SQ injections and collect blood samples from multiple sites.
• Monitor vital parameters and report abnormalities to the doctor.
• Perform radiographs and in-house labs and maintain safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization across the department; assist training of new technicians.
• Provide staff leadership for tasks professionally and positively.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Independence

Teamwork

Multitasking

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

18 years of age or older

Job description

National Veterinary Associates is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our Los Gatos-based team. The role involves outpatient care, assisting veterinarians, and supporting clients and pets across multiple hospital locations as needed.

Wage starts at $24–$36 per hour depending on experience, with weekend shifts required and occasional holidays. The position offers professional development, travel to Los Altos Hospital when needed, and a strong team environment under Adobe Animal Hospitals