Veterinary Technician

Abqpetcarehospital; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Competitive PTO plan

Employee pet care discounts

Free mental health benefit options

Job summary

Overland Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our collaborative team in Los Angeles. We value teamwork, mentorship, and a positive culture where your skills help our patients and clients.

Responsibilities include assisting with appointments, anesthesia monitoring, dental procedures, lab work, and accurate recordkeeping. We offer competitive pay, health benefits, 401(k), and PTO.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary experience preferred.
• RVT preferred, but experienced Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to apply.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assisting.
• Dental experience, including cleanings; extraction experience is a plus.
• Strong technical and nursing skills.
• Positive, team‑first attitude with a collaborative mindset.
• Compassionate, dependable, and eager to learn.
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care and client service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with appointments, treatments, and advanced nursing care.
• Support surgery through patient preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist with dental procedures, including cleanings and extractions.
• Perform laboratory diagnostics and administer medications as directed by veterinarians.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and maintain accurate medical records.
• Collaborate closely with doctors and teammates to provide exceptional patient care.

Skills

Veterinary nursing

Anesthesia monitoring

Dental procedures

Team collaboration

Client service

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Job description

Veterinary Technician / Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Ready to love where you work?

Overland Veterinary Clinic is looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our collaborative, compassionate team. Whether you're an experienced technician looking to expand your skills or a credentialed RVT ready for your next opportunity, you'll find a hospital where teamwork, mentorship, and a positive culture come first.

Why You'll Love It Here

At Overland Veterinary Clinic, our team believes great medicine starts with great people. We work hard, laugh often, and support one another through every busy day. Our doctors are true partners to the technician team—they're collaborative, approachable, and never hesitate to jump in and help.

Our team is made up of both experienced professionals and newer graduates, creating an environment where everyone has something to learn and something to teach. Compassion, teamwork, and servant leadership are at the heart of our culture, and we believe that caring for one another is just as important as caring for our patients.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with appointments, treatments, and advanced nursing care
• Support surgery through patient preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery
• Assist with dental procedures, including cleanings and extractions
• Perform laboratory diagnostics and administer medications as directed by veterinarians
• Monitor hospitalized patients and maintain accurate medical records
• Collaborate closely with doctors and teammates to provide exceptional patient care

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years of veterinary experience preferred
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) preferred, but experienced Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to apply
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assisting
• Dental experience, including cleanings; extraction experience is a plus
• Strong technical and nursing skills
• Positive, team‑first attitude with a collaborative mindset
• Compassionate, dependable, and eager to learn
• Passion for delivering exceptional patient care and client service

What We Offer

• $27–$32+ per hour, depending on experience and credentialing
• Five 8‑hour shifts per week
• Rotating Saturday schedule
• Health insurance benefits
• Free mental health benefit options
• 401(k) with company match
• Competitive PTO plan
• Employee pet care discounts

If you’re looking for a hospital where your teammates feel like family, your doctors value your expertise, and your contributions truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado’s Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.