Veterinary Technician - Bonus

Mars Petcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays and Sick Time

CE and Professional Development

Employee Assistance and Wellness

Pet Care Discounts

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

VCA Animal Medical Center of Southern California is seeking a skilled Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join a collaborative team in a general practice hospital offering same-day urgent care. The role emphasizes GP care, anesthesia monitoring, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery in a supportive learning environment.

Ideal candidates hold a California RVT license, with surgical experience and a strong interest in dentistry and perioperative care.

Qualifications

• Active RVT license in California.
• Surgical experience required.
• Interest in dentistry and soft tissue surgery.
• Comfortable with anesthesia and patient monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Patient assessment and nursing care
• Surgical preparation and assistance
• Advanced anesthesia monitoring
• Dental prophylaxis and radiography
• Assisting with dental and soft tissue surgical procedures
• Venipuncture and catheter placement
• Laboratory diagnostics
• Radiology and inpatient care

Skills

Surgical experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Dental prophylaxis

Radiology

Venipuncture

Client communication

Education

Current RVT license in California

Job description

Sign-On Bonus: $3,000 distributed in two installments

VCA Animal Medical Center of Southern California is seeking a skilled and motivated Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our collaborative and supportive team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an RVT who enjoys working in a progressive general practice hospital that also provides same-day urgent care services . Our team is committed to delivering exceptional patient care while fostering a positive learning environment where technicians are encouraged to grow their skills and advance their careers.

We are proud to have experienced and approachable DVMs who genuinely enjoy teaching, mentoring, and developing technicians at all experience levels. Whether you are looking to strengthen your anesthesia skills, expand your surgical knowledge, or grow your leadership abilities, our team is dedicated to helping you succeed.

We are specifically seeking a technician with a strong interest in GP, surgery and dentistry . Surgical experience is required, with an emphasis on anesthesia monitoring, dental procedures, and soft tissue surgeries . The ideal candidate is confident in the surgical suite, enjoys patient advocacy, and takes pride in delivering excellent perioperative care.

Location: 2340 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064

Schedule: 5 days per week Monday-Friday , 8-hour shifts

Salary: $27- $37/hour. Compensation is based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.

About Us

VCA Animal Medical Center of Southern California is committed to providing exceptional preventive, medical, surgical, and urgent care services to our patients and clients. We combine advanced veterinary medicine with compassionate care and outstanding client service.

Our hospital culture is built on teamwork, collaboration, and continuous learning. We empower our technicians to fully utilize their training, contribute to patient care decisions, and develop new skills in a supportive environment where education and growth are highly valued.

Why Join the VCA Family?

At VCA, we are passionate about supporting Veterinary Technicians and investing in their professional development. You'll have opportunities to learn from experienced veterinarians and credentialed technicians while gaining exposure to a diverse caseload that includes wellness care, urgent care cases, dentistry, and surgery.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where all team members feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work while providing exceptional care to patients and clients.

Benefits

VCA Animal Hospitals offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays and Sick Time

• CE and Professional Development Opportunities

• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

• Pet Care Discounts

• Career Growth Opportunities within VCA

Why We Want You!

As a member of our team, you will play an essential role in supporting our doctors, fellow technicians, patients, and clients. We are looking for a compassionate, team-oriented RVT who is passionate about patient care, enjoys learning, and is eager to contribute to a positive hospital culture.

Skills and Responsibilities Include:

• Patient assessment and nursing care

• Surgical preparation and surgical assistance

• Advanced anesthesia monitoring

• Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography

• Assisting with dental and soft tissue surgical procedures

• Venipuncture and catheter placement

• Laboratory diagnostics

• Pharmacy duties and medication administration

• Radiology

• Inpatient and post-operative patient care

• Client communication and education

• Compassionate care for hospitalized patients

• Supporting and mentoring fellow team members

Ideal Candidate

• Current RVT license in California

• Surgical experience required

• Strong interest in dentistry and soft tissue surgery

• Comfortable with anesthesia and patient monitoring

• Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills

• Passion for learning and continued professional growth

• Commitment to exceptional patient and client care

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com