Veterinary Technician Job in Del Mar, CA

About us:

Del Mar Heights Veterinary Hospital consists of a team of highly trained and extremely motivated individuals whose primary concern is for the health and well-being of its patients. We have been proudly serving Del Mar since 1990.

We are currently looking to hire a Full-Time Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team!

• Salary: $26.00 - $35.00 per hour, depending on experience, education, certifications, licensure, and location.
• Schedule: Full-time (No Weekends required), 1 hour lunch breaks
• Location: 2626 Del Mar Heights Rd B, Del Mar, CA 92014, USA

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California, license must be active and in good standing.

• 3+ years of veterinary experience in a clinical setting

• Knowledge of industry tools and equipment

• Passion for working with animals and their owners

• Experience with proper animal handling and restraint

• Understand the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills

• Obtain accurate and thorough medical histories

• Perform basic exam procedures

• Skilled in venipuncture and Intravenous (IV) catheter placement (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular)

• Able to perform digital radiology (X-ray) including positioning

• Perform complete dental procedures, including digital x-rays, scaling, polishing, charting, and extractions (preferred)

• Comfortable with general anesthesia and surgical assisting (induction, intubation, monitoring, aseptic technique)

• Laboratory skills including microscope (ear and fecal cytology); in-house laboratory equipment

• Ability to utilize ultrasound to obtain diagnostic images and urine samples (preferred)

• Excellent client communication/education

• Ability to perform Technician appointments independently, including accurate medical record documentation

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Benefits We Offer

Your well-being matters to us. AmeriVet appreciates the level of dedication it takes to provide care and quality to the communities you serve, and as a reflection, we offer comprehensive benefits and additional services for you.

• Pet care discounts for your pets

• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Over 200+ locations all over the US to choose between with AmeriVet partnering practices
• A great place to work with motivated and well-trained staff
• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!
• AmeriVet partnering practices are rapidly growing and expanding, adding more perks and inclusion for hospitals and professionals in the industry!

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What Makes Us Different

• Referral program – join our team, bring your friends, and get paid!

• Career development and advancement opportunities.

• CE programs provided by AmeriVet at NO cost to you!

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Learn more about us at: http://amerivet.com/veterinary-jobs/

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At AmeriVet, we’re committed to your growth, development, well-being, and success. We empower team members with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to thrive in their careers and make a lasting impact in our communities.

Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing to help you achieve your unique goals.

• Competitive pay, performance bonuses, 401(k) matching, and student loan assistance to foster your financial well-being.

• Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and mental health resources to support your overall well-being.

• Generous paid time off and holidays, because your personal time matters.

• A supportive, collaborative environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Please note: Any Benefits listed above apply to full-time employees.

At AmeriVet, your unique skills and passion are celebrated, and every team member has the tools to thrive. Our people-focused approach is centered on helping you grow in your career while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.