Veterinary Technician/Assistant

Redondo Shores Veterinary Center is Hiring an RVT or Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Experienced Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-time Salary: $23-$29 depending on experience and licensure Schedule: Five 8-hour shifts per week, including every other Saturday; closed Sundays; no overnight shifts

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You'll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a Veterinary Career Where Great Medicine and Great Teamwork Go Hand in Hand?

Redondo Shores Veterinary Center is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our exceptional team in beautiful Redondo Beach, California. We are a well-established small animal practice committed to providing outstanding patient care while creating an environment where team members feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

Whether you're an experienced RVT looking to fully utilize your skills or a Veterinary Assistant eager to continue developing your career, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day while working alongside a team that genuinely enjoys what they do.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians and Assistants Love Redondo Shores Veterinary Center

• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Leadership that values your ideas and contributions
• Predictable scheduling and respect for work-life balance
• Real lunch breaks built into the day
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth
• Diverse caseloads that allow you to utilize and expand your skills
• Modern diagnostic equipment and commitment to high-quality medicine
• Employee pet discounts and comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees
• A hospital that continues to invest in its team, equipment, and services

What You'll Do

• Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and patient assessments
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Provide compassionate nursing care from intake through discharge
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, sample collection, and laboratory procedures
• Obtain high-quality radiographs
• Monitor patients and provide supportive care
• Support surgical and dental procedures, including patient preparation, anesthesia monitoring, recovery, and instrument care
• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Educate clients on medications, discharge instructions, preventive care, and treatment plans
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Collaborate with the team to provide an exceptional client and patient experience

What Our Veterinary Technicians and Assistants Bring

• Current California RVT license preferred for technician candidates
• Experienced Veterinary Assistants are encouraged to apply
• Strong patient handling and nursing skills
• Experience with venipuncture, diagnostics, radiology, and laboratory procedures
• Surgical and anesthesia experience is highly valued
• Excellent communication and client education skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
• Passion for veterinary medicine and patient care

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

• A team that genuinely supports one another
• Leadership that appreciates your contributions and encourages growth
• Opportunities to continue building your technical skills and knowledge
• A workplace culture built on collaboration, communication, and compassion
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families 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/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 license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• 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!

If you're looking for a hospital where your contributions matter, your skills are respected, and your team truly has your back, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and discover what makes Redondo Shores Veterinary Center such a rewarding place to build your veterinary career!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Redondo Shores Veterinary Center and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

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