Registered Veterinary Technician - American Animal Hospital

Registered Veterinary Technician - American Animal Hospital! Join our amazing team! San Diego, California The hourly pay rate for this position is $24.00 - $30.00 per hour , this varies depending on experience, education, certifications, licensure, and location. American Animal Hospital is a long‑standing general practice with deep ties to the community, located in beautiful San Diego, California. Our goal is to provide compassionate and quality medicine while striving to make an impact in our community and treat our patients/clients like family. Who We're Looking For Join our incredible team at American Animal Hospital as the next great step in your career. We are looking to add a full‑time Registered Veterinary Technician to our team. The ideal candidate will be a dependable, detail‑oriented team player who loves animals and being part of a fun, supportive team. They will have experience rooming patients, surgical assisting experience and knowledge of equipment used, drawing blood and running bloodwork, venipuncture, restraint, knowledge of x‑ray and proper positioning, experience with proper animal handling and restraint, understanding the importance of client education, and being a positive and supportive team member. American Animal Hospital is a 3‑doctor hospital open from 8:30 am – 6:30 pm Monday through Friday, and 9 am – 1 pm on Saturday, closed on Sundays. We aim to provide owners with sound, honest choices for their pets and to provide our patients with excellent quality medicine and compassionate medical care. We strive to give our customers the best personalized service possible and to create a friendly, professional work environment for our awesome staff! Learn more about us at American Animal Hospital or AmeriVet: Veterinary Partner Supporting Your Business. Benefits We Offer Competitive pay 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! Requirements Registered Veterinary Technician, the license must be current 3+ years of veterinary experience (preferred) Knowledge of industry tools and equipment Passion for working with animals and their owners Experience with proper animal handling and restraint Understands the importance of excellent communication and organizational skills Obtaining accurate and thorough medical histories Assisting doctor and other technical staff with restraint Blood draws (cephalic, saphenous, and jugular) Placing IV catheters Digital radiology including positioning Dentistry (digital x‑rays, scaling, polishing) Anesthesia (induction, intubation, monitoring, aseptic technique) TPR Laboratory skills such as ear and fecal cytology; HM5; Vetscan; Sedivue Excellent client communication/education 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr