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Registered Veterinary Technician - Surgery

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VCA California Veterinary Specialists Carlsbad, CA

Carlsbad, CA (In Person)

$65,520 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 3 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/6/2026

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Registered Veterinary Technician - Surgery VCA California Veterinary Specialists Carlsbad, CA Carlsbad, CA Job Details Full-time $30 - $33 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Paid parental leave License reimbursement Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Pet care Blood sampling Veterinary Technician Certification Veterinary experience Surgery Associate's degree Veterinary technician experience Full Job Description We are growing! Come join our amazing surgical team.. At VCA - California Veterinary Specialists, we want you to be fulfilled in your role as a Veterinary Technician, and each person's individual skill set, personality, and career goals are highly valued. There's something special about you, and we are excited to learn more! We focus on delivering specialized, compassionate veterinary care to our community. Our mission is to combine the latest advances in medicine, science, and technology to diagnose, treat and enhance the quality of life of our patients. This is what we call Special Care from the Heart. Why Join The VCA Family?
  • Access to the people and resources from a large veterinary community
  • Leadership opportunities
  • Career development programs
  • Strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
  • CE allowance
  • Tuition support and sponsorships
  • Vet Tech license reimbursement
  • Free wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
  • Referral bonuses
  • Competitive wage
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Life, long, and short term disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • 401(k) Our advanced medical care, world-renown medical staff and excellent benefits are not the only things that set us apart.
San Diego County is a great place to live. We are known for our near perfect climate, miles of sandy coastline, and laid-back lifestyle. Why We Want You! As a member of the VCA team, your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent, by delivering an outstanding client experience, so we can provide exceptional care to every patient. You've worked hard for your credentials (RVT and VTS), and the knowledge that you've invested your time and talent to obtain is vital to improving the quality of life for our patients. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Venipuncture Catheter placement Radiology Anesthesia monitoring Physical examinations and patient assessment Surgical preparation and assisting Laboratory work Pharmacy Patient recovery Compassionate care for our hospitalized patients Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? Apply now! We look forward to getting to know you! The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$30.00 - $33.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance
Education:
Associate (Required)
Experience:
Veterinary experience: 2 years (Required)
Work Location:
In person