Veterinary Technician Job in San Marcos, CA
Job title from NVA (National Veterinary Associates): Veterinary Technician
Source: NVA (National Veterinary Associates) job site (careers.nva.com). This job is posted on the company's own site; we last checked it on Nov 4, 2026.
Vet tech rules in California
In California only registered vet techs may use the RVT or veterinary technician title; assistants may also work under supervision.
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Typical pay at NVA (National Veterinary Associates) in California: USD 30.00 an hour (11 jobs that list the pay).
Job description from NVA (National Veterinary Associates)
Veterinary Technician
ABC Veterinary Hospital | San Marcos, CA
ABC Veterinary Hospital is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant and/or Registered Veterinary Technician to join our busy, collaborative four-doctor small animal practice in beautiful San Marcos, CA!
Since 1986, we've proudly served the pets and families of our community by combining compassionate care with progressive veterinary medicine. Our team is passionate about creating an environment where employees are supported, encouraged to grow, and empowered to provide exceptional patient care.
Why You'll Love It Here
At ABC Veterinary Hospital, you'll be part of a team that truly enjoys working together. We value collaboration, positivity, and helping one another succeed while delivering outstanding care to our patients and clients.
What you can expect:
Fun, supportive, and collaborative team culture
Strong mentorship from experienced doctors and staff
Opportunity to utilize your skills in surgery, dentistry, anesthesia, diagnostics, and patient care
Busy, fast-paced hospital with a wide variety of cases
Loyal clients and a team that values high-quality medicine
Typically set schedule with great work-life balance
What We're Looking For
We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant and/or Registered Veterinary Technician who is passionate about patient care and enjoys working in a collaborative environment.
Our ideal candidate is:
Experienced in a veterinary hospital setting (2+ years preferred)
A Registered Veterinary Technician (or experienced Veterinary Assistant)
Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
Passionate about providing exceptional client service and patient care
Available to work one weekend day
Schedule & Compensation
Full-time
Five 8-hour shifts
One weekend day required
Typically set schedule
$22.00–$28.00/hour, depending on experience
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and sick time
Employee pet discount
Scrub allowance
Short- and long-term disability
FSA/HSA options
Life insurance
If you're looking for a hospital where you can continue learning, utilize your skills, and work alongside a supportive team that genuinely enjoys what they do, we'd love to hear from you!
Learn more about us at www.abcvet.com.
National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.
Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together
Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.
Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next
One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together
NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.
At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:
- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position
If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [email protected]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
Apply on the NVA (National Veterinary Associates) site