Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

VCA Animal Hospitals; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Educational training program

Career growth support

Coastal location near the beach

Job summary

VCA California Veterinary Specialist in Carlsbad, CA is seeking a credentialed Veterinary Technician for our Internal Medicine department. This full-time role supports emergency and specialty care with a 4-day, 10-hour work week and an hourly pay range of $28–$34.

You will perform advanced procedures, monitor critically ill patients, and collaborate with veterinarians and staff to achieve optimal outcomes for every patient. Applicants must be CA-credentialed and willing to work flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technician in California (LVT, RVT, or CVT).
• Experience in emergency and specialty settings preferred.
• Proficient in anesthesia, surgical assistance, and critical care.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with advanced veterinary procedures, including anesthesia, surgery, and diagnostic imaging.
• Monitor and manage critically ill and injured patients under veterinarian supervision.
• Obtain histories, perform triage and TPR, interpret diagnostic results.
• Administer medications and treatments, document all care.
• Maintain equipment and ensure sterilization and safety protocols.
• Educate pet owners on treatment plans and at-home care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to manage complex cases in a high-stress setting.

Skills

Emergency veterinary care

Surgical assistance

Anesthesia

Critical care

Communication

Multitasking

Education

California Veterinary Technician credential (LVT/RVT/CVT)

Job description

VCA California Veterinary Specialist - Carlsbad is looking for an exceptional Veterinary Technician for our Internal Medicine Department

Location: 2310 Faraday Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Schedule: Full-Time, 4-day, 10-hour alternative work week, Monday - Thursday

Salary: $28 - $34 / hour

• Small hospital feel, with big company support
• Flexible Schedules
• Supportive, multi-faceted, educational training program
• We are focused on your career growth; we empower you with all the knowledge and skills you need to be successful
• Great coastal community location close to the beach, food options, fitness centers, and shopping

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician to become a key member of our fast-paced emergency and specialty team. As a credentialed technician, you will use your expertise to provide high-quality care and support for critically ill and injured animals, working closely with our veterinarians and staff to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with a range of advanced veterinary procedures, including anesthesia, surgery, and diagnostic imaging.
• Monitor and manage critically ill and injured patients, providing support and care under the supervision of veterinarians.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including obtaining patient histories, performing triage and TPR, and understanding diagnostic results.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed, and document all care provided.
• Utilize and maintain medical equipment and instruments, ensuring adherence to sterilization and safety protocols.
• Provide compassionate care and communicate effectively with pet owners, educating them on treatment plans, procedures, and at-home care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage complex cases and prioritize patient needs in a high-stress environment.

Qualifications

• Credentialed as a Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, or CVT) in California.
• Proven experience in emergency and specialty veterinary settings is preferred.
• Strong clinical skills with proficiency in anesthesia, surgical assistance, and critical or specialty care are preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members and pet owners.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining a high level of professionalism and compassion.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, potentially including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

VCA Animal Hospitals offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, pet care discounts, paid vacation, holidays, and sick days. Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials. The pay range for this position is $28.00-$34.00 per hour.

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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.