Veterinary Technician at VCA Airport Irvine Animal Hospital in Costa Mesa, CA.
Schedule: Full-time opportunity, 4 x 10-hour shifts
About Our Hospital
VCA Airport Irvine Animal Hospital is a 4-doctor practice providing high-quality veterinary care including preventive medicine, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, and client education. We take pride in fostering a collaborative, supportive culture where learning, teamwork, and professional growth are encouraged.
About VCA
At VCA Animal Hospitals, we’re passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.
The Opportunity
As a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play an essential role in patient care and client experience. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician who enjoys hands-on nursing care, teamwork, and continuing to grow their skills in a supportive environment.
What You’ll Do
Assist with surgical procedures, including anesthesia monitoring and recovery
Perform dental prophylaxis, charting, and dental radiographs
Administer medications and vaccines as directed by the veterinarian
Collect laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostics
Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments and procedures
Obtain patient histories and monitor hospitalized patients
Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and at-home care
Maintain accurate and thorough medical records
Support teammates in delivering exceptional patient and client care
What We’re Looking For
Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, LVMT, RVT) or eligible to sit for the VTNE
Strong technical skills or desire to continue developing clinical skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Passion for patient care and client service
Lifelong learners who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Opportunities for mentorship and career development
Access to advanced medicine and ongoing training
Ability to make a meaningful difference every day
Total Rewards
As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:
Compensation
$20.00 – $25.00/hour. Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.
Health & Well-being
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid parental leave
Infertility and gender affirmation benefits
Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra Health
Financial wellness tools including Vault
Professional Development
Continuing Education allowance and PTO
WOOF University – extensive virtual CE opportunities
Opportunities to participate in Clinical Studies programs
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Your Next Career Step Starts Here
Whether you’re ready to grow your skills, advance your career, or join a hospital that values mentorship and teamwork, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you. We’d love to meet you—apply today.
Address: 1206 Bristol Street Costa Mesa, CA 92626
If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.