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VCA Animal Hospitals
Veterinary Technician
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What they do
A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.
$48,331 / year median in California
+27% projected growth
Job Description
Career Center Home Search Jobs Veterinary Technician 5 mi/8 km 10 mi/15 km 25 mi/40 km 50 mi/80 km 100 mi/160 km 200 mi/320 km Search Results Job Details Explore Location Veterinary Technician Share Print VCA Animal Hospitals Hermosa Beach, California, United States (on-site) APPLY Veterinary Technician Share Print VCA Animal Hospitals Hermosa Beach, California, United States (on-site) APPLY Posted 19 hours ago Veterinary Technician Share Print VCA Animal Hospitals Hermosa Beach, California, United States (on-site) APPLY Employment sector Other Min Experience Any Experience Level Considered Species Canine +1 Feline Type Part-Time Position Veterinarian AI Summary & Insights Summary Insights Veterinary Technician The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Veterinary Technician The insights provided are generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Please independently verify any critical information before relying on it. Description VCA Coast Animal Hospital is looking for a Relief, experienced Veterinary Technician. RVT certification is required. Responsibilities require proficiency in Phlebotomy, IV Catheter Placement as well as Surgical, Dental, and Anesthesia experience. The ideal candidate will also possess great client communication skills, attention to detail and a desire to work in a great team atmosphere. Salary will be based on the level of experience. Why work at VCA Coast Animal Hospital?
Compensation :
$ 27- $ 30 / hr depending on credentials and experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Venipuncture
- Catheter placement
- Radiology
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Physical examinations and patient assessment
- Surgical preparation and assisting
- Dentistry
- Laboratory work
- Pharmacy
- Patient recovery
- Compassionate care for hospitalized patients
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have documented previous Animal Hospital experience
- Hold a current RVT license
- Must have surgery and dentistry experience
- Flexibility in hours including but not limited to evenings, weekends and holidays
- Customer service skills including Phone skills
- Working knowledge of computers
- Excellent communications skills
- Team player willing to learn new techniques and treatments Why Join The VCA Family?
- Veterans / Disabled.
Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer- Veterans / Disabled.
Job ID:
85179394 VCA Animal Hospitals Healthcare / Health Services View your LinkedIn connections VCA is a leader in veterinary care and is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. With a network of 1,000 animal hospitals, we impact pets, people and our communities by delivering world-class medicine with hometown care to over 4.5 million pets annually. Trusted and empowered, our 35,000 Associates collaborate and unleash their unique power to achieve the best outcomes. With access to endless resources, we continuously learn and share knowledge to build fulfilling careers, push our profession forw... View Full Profile More Jobs from VCA Animal Hospitals Relief Client Service Representative Hermosa Beach, California, United States 18 hours ago Client Service Representative Carpinteria, California, United States 19 hours ago Veterinary Assistant Spring, Texas, United States 19 hours ago See all Jobs View your connections LinkedIn Jobs You May Like Relief Client Service Representative VCA Animal Hospitals Hermosa Beach, CA, United States (on-site) A Ready to Welcome an Associate Veterinarian at an... Animal Hospital of Redondo... Los Angeles, CA, United States (on-site) R Calling All Passionate Veterinarians! Your Dream... Redondo Shores Veterinary... Redondo Beach, CA, United States (on-site) Veterinary Assistant VCA Animal Hospitals Manhattan Beach, CA, United States (on-site) APPLY American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF)AVMA LIFE AVMA PLIT AVMA
Political Action Committee (PAC) Student AVMA (SAVMA) Contact Us Work at AVMA Privacy Policy Terms of Use Site Map Follow Us Subscribe to Newsletters © 2026 American Veterinary Medical Association. All Rights Reserved. Job Location Hermosa Beach, California, United States Median Salary Net Salary per month $7,000 Median Apartment Rent in City Center (1-3 Bedroom) $4,500- $10,000 $7,250 Safety Index 91 /100 91 Utilities Basic (Electricity, heating, cooling, water, garbage for 915 sq ft apartment) $180
- $375 $248 High-Speed Internet $52
- $105 $79 Transportation Gasoline (1 gallon) $5.