Veterinary Technician / Assistant

Job overview

The Veterinary Technician / Assistant role is full-time and onsite in San Juan Capistrano, CA. Compensation is listed as $28–$33 per hour. The position supports Veterinary Medical and Surgical Group Orange County, a specialty and emergency hospital within PetVet Care Centers, whose stated mission is to improve the lives of animals and people through compassionate care. The role provides patient care and supports hospital operations through examinations, diagnostic procedures, nursing care, surgery assistance, triage, and medical records. It helps the hospital deliver coordinated care to patients and service to their owners across routine and specialty needs.

What you'll do

• Provide patient care, obtain weights and vital signs, assist with examinations, treatments, medication administration, restraint, laboratory tests, and radiographs.
• Maintain equipment and medical records, support triage and discharge, feed and care for patients, communicate with clients, maintain hospital cleanliness, and follow safety and wellness regulations.
• Open availability across day, swing, and overnight shifts is requested.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary technician

veterinary assistant

animal patient care

surgery support

diagnostics

veterinary hospital

san juan capistrano ca

petvet care centers

full-time

day swing overnight availability

$28–$33/hr

rvt license

sign-on bonus

pet discounts

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• team member pet discounts
• Calm app and 24/7 EAP access
• continuing education stipends
• career development resources
• and Grant Circle relief fund.

Why this role

The hospital has a 24/7/365 ICU and specialty services; the posting advertises a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on experience as a credentialed veterinary technician.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.