Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant

San Clemente Veterinary Hospital; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Employee pet-care benefits

Uniform allowance

Continuing education allowance

Job summary

San Clemente Veterinary Hospital is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant in San Clemente, CA. The role involves nursing care, vaccines, and client communication, with a 40-hour week and a rotating schedule.

Compensation ranges from $22 to $24 per hour, with comprehensive benefits as outlined. We encourage applicants who are passionate about veterinary medicine, teamwork, and ongoing learning to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years of veterinary clinical experience preferred; willing to train the right candidate.
• Knowledge of vaccines and preventive veterinary care.
• Ability to obtain thorough patient histories and maintain accurate treatment records.
• Strong client education and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to veterinary patients.
• Apply knowledge of vaccines and preventive care.
• Use low-stress handling practices to keep patients safe and comfortable.
• Obtain complete patient histories and maintain accurate treatment records.
• Prepare, dispense, and administer medications as directed.
• Assist with surgical procedures, including patient preparation, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist with dental procedures and patient care.
• Perform radiology and diagnostic imaging; venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Educate clients and clearly communicate veterinary recommendations.
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians and support team members.

Skills

Vaccine knowledge

Low-stress handling

Communication skills

Team player

Willing to train

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who we are:

San Clemente Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Full-Time Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant!

Position DetailsRole: Veterinary Technician / Veterinary AssistantStatus: Full-time, approximately 40 hours per weekCompensation: $22 – $24 per hourSchedule: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. 4/10 hour shiftsEducation: High school diploma or equivalent requiredExperience: 2 years of veterinary clinical experience preferred; willing to train the right candidate

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Flexible compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Account, 529 Savings Plan, Tuition Support Program, and referral bonus program

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; supplemental insurance options; paid parental leave for eligible full-time employees; Sick Time / Paid Time Off; and employee pet-care benefits

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance, plus state veterinary technician license reimbursement and VTNE exam fee reimbursement for eligible veterinary technician team members

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

Looking for a meaningful veterinary career where you can keep learning, use your skills, and genuinely enjoy the people you work with?

By joining the team at San Clemente Veterinary Hospital, you can enjoy a meaningful career in a fun, professional, and team-oriented atmosphere. We value the personal and professional growth of every team member and believe great veterinary medicine comes from people who are passionate about what they do and committed to supporting one another.

If you can thrive in a fast-paced environment, never want to stop learning, and have a fiery passion for veterinary medicine, San Clemente Veterinary Hospital may be the place for you. We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant who brings technical ability, compassion, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset to every shift.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Work in a fun, professional, and team-oriented veterinary environment
• Join a team that values both personal and professional growth
• Use and expand your skills across preventive care, surgery, dentistry, radiology, anesthesia, and patient nursing
• Practice low-stress patient handling and compassionate veterinary care
• Build meaningful relationships with clients and their pets
• Work alongside teammates who believe great results come from teamwork and mutual respect
• Continue learning while sharing your own knowledge and experience with others
• Take ownership of your responsibilities and make a meaningful impact on patient care
• Grow your confidence, leadership abilities, and technical skills

What You’ll Do

• Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care to veterinary patients
• Apply your knowledge of vaccines and preventive care
• Use low-stress handling practices to help patients feel safe and comfortable
• Obtain complete patient histories and maintain accurate treatment records
• Prepare, dispense, and administer medications as directed
• Perform pharmacology and medication calculations accurately
• Assist with surgical procedures, including patient preparation, monitoring, and recovery
• Assist with dental procedures and patient care
• Perform and assist with radiology and diagnostic imaging
• Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Support veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Safely and compassionately handle and restrain patients
• Educate clients and clearly communicate veterinary recommendations
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians and fellow support team members
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and responsibilities
• Help maintain an efficient, organized, and supportive clinical environment
• Continue learning while sharing your knowledge with the rest of the team

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2 years of veterinary clinical experience preferred; willing to train the right candidate
• Knowledge of vaccines and preventive veterinary care
• Understanding of low-stress patient handling practices
• Experience with medication dispensing and administration
• Ability to obtain thorough patient histories and maintain accurate treatment records
• Knowledge of pharmacology calculations
• Experience with surgical preparation, monitoring, and recovery
• Experience with dentistry and radiology
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement skills
• Strong client education and communication skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients, teammates, and leadership
• A team-first approach built on collaboration and mutual respect
• Patience, kindness, compassion, and understanding, especially during challenging situations
• Ability to respond to the demands of a fast- paced environment with professionalism
• A positive and supportive attitude
• A desire to continue learning and share knowledge with others
• Leadership skills and the ability to help motivate fellow team members
• Confidence to take ownership of tasks and responsibilities and deliver positive outcomes
• A genuine passion for veterinary medicine

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• A team-oriented culture where collaboration and mutual respect matter
• Opportunities to use and strengthen a broad range of veterinary technical skills
• A workplace that encourages continuous learning and knowledge sharing
• Opportunities to develop leadership skills and take ownership of your work
• A team that values professionalism without losing the fun
• Support for your personal and professional development
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference for patients, clients, and teammates every day

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 (full-time only)
• 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 for eligible veterinary technician team members
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement for eligible veterinary technician team members
• 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!

At San Clemente Veterinary Hospital, your technical skills are important, but so are your passion, curiosity, compassion, and ability to work as part of a team. We’re looking for someone who wants to keep learning, share what they know, support the people around them, and take pride in providing excellent veterinary care.

Think you’re the Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant we’re looking for?

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at San Clemente Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We’re committed to building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, experiences a true sense of belonging, and is empowered to reach their full potential.