Registered Veterinary Technician

San Luis Obispo, CA

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience, with an hourly pay range from $30 - $35 per hour. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

At Mission Animal Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources.

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with your state's Veterinary Practice Act outlined for credentialed veterinary technicians.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician.
• Experience in dental procedures is strongly preferred.
• Current California Veterinary Technician license (RVT) required.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to explain doctor recommendations and treatment plans.
• Fleixible schedule availability.
• Self‑motivated and strong organizational skills.
• Collaborative team player with a positive attitude.

Mission Animal Hospital is a small animal practice located in San Luis Obispo, providing full‑service medical, dental, and surgical care. We use the best of traditional and therapies—such as herbs, homeopathy, and nutrition—to optimize our pet's health.

Our hospital has a collaborative experienced team and a commitment to a positive work environment. We pursue growth and learning as we strive for greatness. We pride ourselves on compassionate care and high standards of medical excellence.

Serving San Luis Obispo, Pismo Beach, Arroyo Grande, Nipomo, Atascadero, Morro Bay, Los Osos.

Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family‑forming journey
• Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

Please note:

The benefits listed above apply to full‑time team members. Part‑time benefits will vary.

We listen to your needs and then meet them. Through training and free CE experiences, your career development can flourish. And in our locally rooted, nationally connected community, you’ll be able to make connections, access opportunities and find support with ease.

Support for you is as vital as the support you provide.

At Thrive, you have the opportunity to develop your career in a way that best suits your goals. Take advantage of our comprehensive learning and skill‑building programs to enhance your expertise. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a…