Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Job Description
Join a Veterinary Team That Practices Exceptional Medicine
Are you a highly skilled Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) — or an experienced technician ready to work at the top of your license — looking for a hospital that truly values your expertise? If you are driven, detail-oriented, and passionate about patient care, we want to meet you.
Torrey Pines Animal Hospital (TPAH) is a thriving veterinary practice located in Carmel Valley, committed to delivering advanced medicine with compassion and precision. Our hospital is equipped with cutting-edge technology including:
Full in-house diagnostic laboratory
Digital radiography
Cold laser therapy
Comprehensive surgical suite with advanced monitoring
Modern, paper-lite workflows
This is an opportunity to join a collaborative medical team that supports growth, encourages clinical curiosity, and respects the critical role technicians play in patient outcomes.
What Sets Our Technicians ApartOur technicians are trusted medical professionals — not just assistants. We empower our team to utilize their full skillset and actively contribute to case management, anesthesia safety, and patient advocacy.
Ideal CandidateYou are confident, accountable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You communicate clearly, anticipate needs, and take pride in delivering gold-standard care.
Core Competencies Include:
Expert humane restraint and low-stress handling
Proficient venipuncture and catheter placement
Skilled anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
Experience with digital radiology
Proficiency with dental radiology and ultrasonic cleaning
Strong pharmacology knowledge
Cytology (ear, skin, fecal) preparation and interpretation
Surgical nursing support
Exceptional hospitalized patient care
Efficient, organized exam room flow
Experience with Cornerstone and electronic medical records is strongly preferred.
Full-time — four 10-hour shifts per week with flexible availability, including some weekends and holidays.
Why TPAH?We believe great medicine starts with a supported team. When our technicians thrive, our patients do too.
Full-time benefits include:
Competitive compensation based on experience, skillset, and performance
401(k) with employer match
Medical and dental insurance
Generous employee pet discounts
Paid time off
Continuing education support
Opportunities for professional growth
If you are looking for a hospital where your voice matters, your skills are respected, and your career can grow — we would love to connect with you.
Apply today and help us raise the standard of veterinary care.
