Laurel Pet Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.
We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands-on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.
In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.
Responsibilities include:
Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
Assisting in surgery
Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.
Schedule and compensation:
Compensation: $36 - 38 per hour, for each hour worked
This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Sunday.
Full-time Benefits Package*:
Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of CA
CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance and disability
Employee Assistance Program
401k with company match
Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
Uniform allowance
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
3+ years of veterinary technician experience
Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of California **
Proficiency in the following skills:
Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
Accurate medical record documentation
Client education and communication
Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong critical thinking and attention to detail
Effective teamwork and professional communication skills
Commitment to high-quality patient care and continuous learning
**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply
Why choose Laurel Pet Hospital?
Laurel Pet Hospital is a 7-doctor practice with 2 credentialed technicians caring for dogs, cats, pocket pets, and potbellied pigs. The hospital offers digital X-ray, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, laser therapy, and acupuncture. Clinical exposure includes dentistry, soft tissue and abdominal procedures, and mass removals, with orthopedic fracture and back surgeries referred out. The size and species variety create opportunities to broaden technical skills while working in a busy Southern California market. Located in West Hollywood, the hospital is surrounded by restaurants, boutiques, arts, entertainment, and the energy of Los Angeles, with an inclusive, urban lifestyle right outside the hospital.
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