Posted:
7/8/2025, 1:39:23 AM
Location(s):
California, United States ⋅ San Diego, California, United States
Experience Level(s):
Mid Level
Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary
San Diego, California
Join our incredible team at The Pet Hospital of Tierrasanta 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.
The Pet Hospital of Tierrasanta is a 3-doctor hospital open from 8 am - 6 pm Monday through Friday, and 8:30 am - 5:30 pm on Saturday, closed on Sundays. The Pet Hospital of Tierrasanta aims 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: http://thepethospitaloftierrasanta.com/
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
Qualifications
Experience as a veterinary technician or assistant.
Strong animal handling skills and knowledge of clinical procedures.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT, RVT, or LVT) preferred – or eligibility to obtain licensure based on state requirements.
Degree from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments, and surgical procedures.
Safely handle and restrain animals; administer medications and vaccines.
Collect lab samples and maintain accurate patient records.
Educate clients on pet care and ensure a clean, organized work environment.
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!
Learn more about us at: http://amerivet.com/veterinary-jobs/
Website: https://amerivet.com/
Headquarter Location: San Antonio, Texas, United States
Employee Count: 501-1000
Year Founded: 2017
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Private Equity
Industries: Financial Services ⋅ Health Care