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Veterinary Technician

Valley Veterinary Urgent Care & La Quinta Pet...
La Quinta, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/5/2026

Overview
Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Veterinary Technician and become a vital part of providing exceptional animal care! In this energetic role, you will support veterinarians in delivering comprehensive medical services, ensuring the well-being of a diverse range of animals. Your expertise will help create a compassionate, efficient, and positive environment where pets and their owners feel confident and cared for. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your veterinary skills and grow professionally within a collaborative setting.

Responsibilities

  • Assist veterinarians with clinical procedures, including animal restraint, catheterization, and laboratory testing to ensure accurate diagnostics and treatment.
  • Perform animal husbandry tasks such as feeding, bathing, grooming, and maintaining cleanliness to promote optimal health.
  • Handle animals safely using proper restraint techniques for examinations, treatments, and X-ray procedures.
  • Maintain detailed records of patient histories, treatments, and laboratory results with precision and attention to detail.
  • Support dental procedures by understanding dental terminology and assisting with cleaning, polishing, and radiography.
  • Manage laboratory samples and conduct tests related to animal physiology and health status.
  • Ensure aseptic techniques are followed during surgeries or invasive procedures to prevent infections.
  • Contribute to pet care by educating owners on animal handling, pet grooming, and basic health maintenance.

Qualifications

* RVN

  • Knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal anatomy, and physiology is essential for effective support.
  • Familiarity with X-ray operation and laboratory testing enhances your ability to contribute across multiple tasks.
  • Strong animal restraint skills combined with pet care expertise ensure safe interactions with animals of all sizes.
  • Veterinary technician experience or related veterinary critical care background is mandatory; enthusiasm for learning is key!
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining compassion and professionalism. Join us in making a difference in the lives of animals and their owners! We are dedicated to fostering a positive work environment where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and every day brings new opportunities to learn and excel in veterinary medicine.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary

Pay: $24.33 - $29.30 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Uniform allowance

Experience:

  • Veterinary technician: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $29

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