Registered Veterinary Technician (part-time)

About the role

Welcome to Destination Pet. We are One Pack- a united team working together to elevate the love and lives of pet families. Our pet-obsessed professionals create a connected care network of trustworthy partners who bring creative innovation every day. We are revolutionizing the pet industry. Join us!

Part-time Registered Veterinary Technician

Purple Paws Pet Clinic - Coronado, CA

Wage Range: $30.00- $32.00 /hr.

Must hold a valid California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) state license.

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
• Annual CE Allowance + Dedicated CE PTO
• Part-time PTO accrual

Competitive wages with skills-based differentials and leadership stipends

Structured career ladder with multiple technician levels and merit-based increases:

• 401(k)
• 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

Purple Paws Pet Clinic - A Look Inside

We are a well-established, full-service small animal hospital with a legacy of excellence in Coronado. Our state-of-the-art facility features three dedicated DVMs and a passionate 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. Purple Paws Pet Clinic is equipped for excellence. We provide top-of-the-line medical, surgical, and dental equipment, as well as in house ultrasound.

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!!

• At Destination Pet, we're all about creating a workplace that's bursting with diversity and inclusivity.
• Our hiring decisions are solely based on what you can bring to the team.
• So, we're throwing the door wide open for all like-minded candidates who believe in celebrating and honoring diversity and inclusion.
• Ready to join our pack?