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Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Practice Partners·Walnut Creek, California

$25 - $35/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 14 days ago
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About the role

Support veterinarians with patient exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery while ensuring safe animal handling. Perform technical duties including lab work and radiographs while maintaining accurate medical records and communicating with clients.

Veterinary Technician Salary

  • $25.00-$35.00 dependent on skills and experience
  • Schedule: 4 days per week 10 hour shifts, on weekend day is required Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek is hiring a full-time Licensed Veterinary Technician to provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care, client communication, and veterinary procedures, with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners. What to Expect as a Licensed Vet Tech with Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and a 401(k) plan for full-time employees
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Key
  • Responsibilities: Support veterinarians with patient care, exams, surgery, anesthesia, and recovery. Safely handle and restrain animals with compassion. Communicate clearly with clients, including care instructions and status updates Perform technical duties such as lab work, radiographs, injections, and IV catheter placement. Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing. Help keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready. Follow hospital, safety, and regulatory guidelines at all times.

Qualifications

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification. Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately. Knowledgeable about common disease states and able to alert veterinarians to changes in patient conditions. Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines. About Animal Care Hospital of Walnut Creek Our skilled veterinarians can learn a lot about your dog or cat’s health through a regular hands-on exam. There are many times, though, when they need to look deeper. In those situations, they rely on our state-of-the-art in-house diagnostic equipment. From digital x-ray and in-house laboratory services to abdominal ultrasound and echocardiogram, we have everything we need to perform comprehensive in-house diagnostics. We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community. #LVTECH

Requirements

Must be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) with the ability to handle animals compassionately. Requires knowledge of common disease states and familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety guidelines.

  • professional certificate
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Patient Care
  • Anesthesia Support
  • Client Communication
  • Injections
  • Medication Dispensing
  • Surgical Assistance
  • IV Catheter Placement
  • Animal Restraint
  • Radiographs
  • Medical Record Maintenance
  • Laboratory Work

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • 401(k) Plan

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$25 - $35/hr
Location
Walnut Creek, California
Posted
Jul 13, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Veterinary Practice Partners

We value the importance of the human-animal bond and realize the depth of emotions that are a part of this bond. At Caring Hands Animal Hospital you may stay with your pet during all aspects of the office visit and medical treatments. If your pet is hospitalized you are always...

Salary listed on 150 jobs
IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePublic Company
Size51-200 employees
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Market context

California veterinary technician demand remains steady

California continues to show steady demand for experienced veterinary technicians, especially in clinics and hospitals that need credentialed staff for full-time swing shifts. This role is competitive because employers typically look for a Registered Veterinary Technician who can step in quickly and handle patient care, client communication, and shift coverage with limited ramp-up. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to confirm the credentialing, schedule, and insurance details before applying, so you can save time compared with reading the full original posting.

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