Veterinary Technician

ID
2026-14089
Category
Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Position Type
Full-Time
Location
US-CA-San Diego

Who we are:

Amici Pet Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Technician!

Position Details
Role: Experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician
Status: Full-time
Salary: $21.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experience and credentialing
Schedule: Full-time schedule, including two Saturday shifts per month (8:30 AM–2:30 PM)

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 pet 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 hospital where your technical skills are appreciated, your teammates have your back, and every patient is treated like family? We'd love to meet you.

Award-winning Amici Pet Hospital, located in the heart of Little Italy, is a fast-growing, multi-doctor practice looking for an Experienced or Registered Veterinary Technician to join our compassionate team.

We believe exceptional veterinary medicine starts with exceptional people. Our technicians are highly utilized, trusted by our doctors, and encouraged to practice at the top of their skill set. If you're passionate about patient care, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and treat every patient as if they were your own, you'll fit right in.

Why You'll Love It Here

  • Collaborative, supportive team that genuinely enjoys working together
  • Doctors who value and fully utilize their technicians
  • Fast-paced hospital where you'll use your technical skills every day
  • Opportunities to work with surgery, anesthesia, dentistry, and advanced nursing care
  • Positive culture built on teamwork, communication, and compassion
  • Loyal clients who appreciate the care and education we provide
  • Opportunities to continue learning and growing professionally

What You'll Do

  • Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical procedures
  • Perform dental prophylaxis and assist with dental procedures; RVTs may perform extractions where permitted
  • Properly restrain patients using low-stress handling techniques
  • Assist veterinarians during examinations and treatments
  • Administer medications and injections (IV, SQ, and IM)
  • Perform venipuncture and IV catheter placement
  • Collect laboratory samples and assist with in-house diagnostics
  • Obtain high-quality diagnostic radiographs
  • Provide critical care nursing, including patient triage, treatment, and monitoring
  • Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
  • Communicate compassionately with clients and collaborate with teammates throughout the hospital
  • Assist reception team members as needed to provide an exceptional client experience

What You'll Bring

  • Experience as a Veterinary Technician; Registered Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to apply
  • Strong anesthesia, surgery, and dentistry experience preferred
  • Confidence performing venipuncture, IV catheter placement, laboratory procedures, and radiology
  • Excellent patient nursing and monitoring skills
  • Strong communication and client service abilities
  • Computer proficiency and strong attention to detail
  • Positive attitude, reliability, and commitment to teamwork
  • Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers
  • A genuine passion for veterinary medicine and continuous learning

The Extras You'll Actually Feel

  • A team that values your ideas and appreciates your contributions
  • Doctors who trust your technical abilities and encourage your growth
  • Meaningful work helping pets and the families who love them
  • A collaborative culture where everyone works toward the same goal
  • Opportunities to continue developing your skills through mentorship and continuing education
  • A workplace where kindness, teamwork, and laughter are part of every day

Benefits You Can't Beat

Financial Benefits

  • A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset 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
  • Professional development opportunities
  • State license reimbursement
  • VTNE exam fee reimbursement
  • 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 you'll be challenged, supported, and appreciated while making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and discover why Amici Pet Hospital is such a rewarding place to build your veterinary career.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Amici Pet Hospital and Vetcor. We are committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where every team member feels safe being their authentic self, truly belongs, and is empowered to reach their highest potential.

 

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