Careers

About the Role

Come join our thriving practice! El Cerrito Veterinary Hospital in La Mesa, CA is looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician! 

Our collaborative team is like a big family, which makes treating patients more fun - even when we’re busy! Our philosophy is simple: offer the very best in veterinary care at a fair price. Our doctors span over two decades of experience and can provide excellent mentorship opportunities! We welcome anyone who wants to bring a new skill or fresh perspective to our practice with a spirit of teamwork and cooperation. 

About our practice: 

• Great support staff-to-doctor ratio including 2 RVTs 

• Digital dental x-rays and therapeutic laser 

• Mobile internal medicine specialists who comes to our practice for ultrasound, bronchoscopy and endoscopy/colonoscopy, cardiology 

• Great work/life balance 

• Canine / Feline only practice 

• Loved by our wonderful, established, and loyal clients 

• Dedicated cultural values: quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, common goal mentality 

• Monthly catered birthday lunches for the whole team 

• Fun team outings/events multiple times per year 

We enjoy a positive clinic culture and exceptional benefits, including: 

Financial Benefits:  

• A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance 

• Compensation: $22.50 - $32.50 / hour 

• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan 

• Flexible Spending Account 

• 529 Savings Plan 

• Tuition Support Program 

• Referral bonus program  

Wellness Benefits:  

• Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision 

• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance 

• All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child 

• Sick Time / Paid Time Off 

• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets 

• Pet discounts on services and products 

• Pet food discount program  

Workplace Benefits:  

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program 

• Professional development opportunities  

• State license reimbursement 

• VTNE exam fee reimbursement 

• Continuing education allowance 

• Uniform allowance  

• A vibrant Facebook community where like-minded teammates come together to share ideas, swap experiences, and uplift each other with support and inspiration! 

Lifestyle Benefits: 

• Six paid holidays 

• Employee Assistance Program 

• Employee discount program 

You will be integral to our daily operations by bringing your awesome self and sharing your experience and passion in 

• Physical Examinations 

• Comprehensive Anesthetic Dental Procedures 

• Surgical Assistance 

• Immunizations and wellness care 

• Client education 

• Inventory Maintenance 

• End of life care 

• Outpatient care treatments 

We are a community minded practice with a family atmosphere who enjoy helping the members of the community. We work with a few local animal rescuers and provide monthly donati