Veterinary Technician

Vetcor; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support program

Paid parental leave

Employee pet discounts

Health insurance

Job summary

Washington Blvd Animal Hospital in Whittier, California, is hiring a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant. This full-time role covers four 10-hour shifts weekly with rotating evenings, weekends, and holidays, supporting doctors and a Technician Supervisor in preventive, surgical, and emergency care.

You’ll contribute across lab diagnostics, radiography, anesthesia, and client education.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant.
• California Registered Veterinary Technician licensure preferred but not required.
• Availability for rotating evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Responsibilities

• Follow digital treatment plans prescribed by the veterinarian.
• Handle and restrain patients safely, using low-stress techniques.
• Place IV catheters and support surgical and emergency care.
• Collect lab samples through venipuncture, cystocentesis, and fecal collection.
• Run in-house lab diagnostics, including urinalysis and cytology.
• Take diagnostic radiographs.
• Administer injections, medications, and nursing care as directed.
• Administer sedation for minor procedures and monitor anesthesia as permitted.
• Educate clients on preventive care and vaccines with professional communication.
• Maintain accurate digital medical records.
• Keep a clean work environment and follow infection control protocols.

Skills

Veterinary technician experience

Veterinary assistant experience

Low-stress handling

Client communication

Teamwork

Education

California Registered Veterinary Technician licensure preferred

Job description

Who we are:

Washington Blvd Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Status: Full-Time

Salary: $22-$28 per hour, based on education, experience, and credentials

Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week with a flexible schedule; rotating evening, Saturday, Sunday, and holiday shifts required (hospital open 7 days a week, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.)

Experience: Veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience required

Credential: California Registered Veterinary Technician licensure preferred but not required

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Ready to put your full skill set to work in a busy hospital that’s open seven days a week?

Washington Blvd Animal Hospital in Whittier, California, is looking for a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team. Working with our veterinarians and Technician Supervisor, you’ll help provide quality care to every patient, from preventive visits to surgical and emergency cases.

We’ll love your expertise, your passion, and your eagerness to keep learning. If you build rapport easily, value teamwork, and bring patience and kindness to even the most challenging moments, you’ll fit right in.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Four 10-hour shifts. A full-time schedule with flexibility built in.
• Use your full skill set. As a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant here, you’ll work across lab diagnostics, radiography, surgery, anesthesia, and emergency care.
• Supportive leadership. Work under the guidance of our veterinarians and a dedicated Technician Supervisor.
• A learning culture. Every Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant here keeps learning and keeps sharing knowledge.
• Low-stress handling. We use low-stress techniques to keep patients comfortable.

What You’ll Do

• Follow digital treatment plans prescribed by the veterinarian
• Handle and restrain patients safely, using low-stress techniques
• Place IV catheters and support surgical and emergency care
• Collect lab samples through venipuncture, cystocentesis, and fecal collection
• Run in-house lab diagnostics, including urinalysis and cytology
• Take diagnostic radiographs
• Administer injections, medications, and nursing care as directed
• Administer sedation for minor procedures and administer and monitor general anesthesia, as permitted
• Educate clients on preventive care and vaccines with professional, compassionate communication
• Maintain accurate digital medical records
• Keep a clean work environment and follow infectious disease and biomedical waste protocols

Some duties, including anesthesia induction, are performed by Registered Veterinary Technicians as permitted under California regulations. Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant
• Knowledge of preventive care and vaccines
• Competency with IV catheter placement and surgical and emergency care
• Experience with venipuncture, cystocentesis, lab diagnostics, and radiography
• The ability to build rapport with clients, teammates, and leadership
• Patience, kindness, and compassion, especially in challenging situations
• A positive, team-first approach and a love of learning
• Availability for rotating evening, weekend, and holiday shifts
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift [Weight] lbs with assistance
• Veterinary technician licensure is welcomed but not required

Benefits You Can’t Beat

Financial Benefits

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Referral bonus program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re a Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant who loves variety, teamwork, and learning something new every day, we’d love to meet you. Washington Blvd Animal Hospital is ready to welcome you.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Washington Blvd Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.