Overview
Conveniently located in San Juan Capistrano, we provide comprehensive care for dogs, cats, rabbits, and pocket pets. Since 2006, our team has served pets in San Juan Capistrano, Ladera Ranch, San Clemente, Dana Point, Mission Viejo, and the greater Orange County area. Our goal is to provide skilled, compassionate care in a comfortable and welcoming environment. We do everything we can to help pets live long, healthy, and happy lives. We promise to treat our patients like family and deliver top-notch customer service to pet parents.
We are a well-established, full-service general practice hospital with a legacy of excellence and loyal clientele. We are dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in diagnostics, medical treatments, surgical procedures, and preventative wellness. We provide top-of-the-line medical, surgical, and dental equipment, as well as an in-house laboratory and ultrasonography.
Requirements
Location: Ortega Animal Care Center - San Juan Capistrano, CA ✅ Wage Range: $30.00 - $35.00 /hr. ✅ $1,000 Signing Bonus! Requirements: - Must hold a valid California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) state license. - Dentistry experience is a plus! Practice at the TOP of Your License | Transparent Pay | Career Ladder Are you tired of being underutilized? Our community-minded small animal practice believes credentialed technicians are the clinical drivers of patient care, and we back that belief with transparent pay, structured growth, and a genuine investment in your well-being. Come join a team where your credentials are a launchpad, not a ceiling! Why Technicians Thrive Here – Our Investment in You ✅ $1,500 Annual CE Allowance + Dedicated CE PTO ✅ 3 weeks PTO ✅ Competitive wages with skills-based differentials and leadership stipends ✅ Structured career ladder with multiple technician levels and merit-based increases ✅ Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance ✅ 401(k) with 5% company match ✅ 24/7 Mental Health Support via Telemedicine ✅ Fear Free focused environment (training and certification supported) ✅ Paid volunteer time and partnership with our in-house nonprofit that helps low-income families access care Ortega Animal Care Center – A Look Inside We are a well-established, full-service general practice hospital with a legacy of excellence and loyal clientele. Our state-of-the-art facility features two dedicated DVMs and an experienced support team committed to the highest standards of care. We are dedicated to staying current with the latest advancements in diagnostics, medical treatments, surgical procedures, and preventative wellness. We provide top-of-the-line medical, surgical, and dental equipment, as well as an in-house laboratory and ultrasonography. Your Role – Clinical Driver & Leader As a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), you will be encouraged to work at the top of your license and serve as a clinical leader, ensuring medical excellence with a patient-first mindset. We follow AAHA utilization guidance consistently. You will primarily utilize your skills in: - Anesthesia & Analgesia: Full IV catheterization, multimodal pain management, induction, and advanced monitoring/recovery. - Dentistry: Full-mouth dental radiography, charting, and periodontal therapy (per DVM direction). - Diagnostics: High-quality radiography/positioning, in-house lab analysis, and sample collection. - Nursing & Triage: Critical patient monitoring, advanced wound care, and managing catheters/feeding tubes. - Workflow Leadership: Leading tech appointments, team huddles, and mentoring assistants/externs. Growth & Schedule Growth Paths: Your career interests guide your path! Perks include paid precepting, skill checkoffs tied to ladder milestones, and leadership training. We build you a ladder, not a ceiling. Schedule: Full-time with flexible scheduling options (choose 4 ten-hour or 5 eight-hour shifts) and a predictable weekend rotation. Tools: Modern equipment including digital DR, dental radiography, in-house lab, infusion pumps, and multi-parameter monitors. Ready to grow with a team that truly uses and values credentialed technicians? Apply with us today!!