ER Veterinary Technician - Swing Shift

ER Veterinary Technician - Swing Shift role at Thrive Pet Healthcare

Los Angeles, CA

At ACCESS San Fernando Valley, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we provide emergency, critical care, cardiology, internal medicine, neurology, and surgery services for pets. Our team of over 400 clinics offers unparalleled resources and support to foster professional growth and a strong culture of teamwork.

We are seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians to join our swing shift team and deliver end‑to‑end patient care, from outpatient treatments to surgical support.

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care and advocate for pets.
• Assist in maintaining proper patient flow and productivity across all hospital functions.
• Help with surgeries and procedures according to state Veterinary Practice Act requirements.
• Communicate with clients about pet health concerns, Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive medical records using practice systems.
• Obtain and update client health history and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow protocols, and keep treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs sterile and organized.
• Mentor and support fellow team members as needed.

• Veterinary technician licensure preferred.
• 2–3 years of clinical experience.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA‑accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or equivalent education, training, and experience providing required knowledge and skills.

We offer a variety of learning and skill‑development programs, including:

• Thrive
  
  U: a free library of continuing education courses.
• Live, virtual workshops to develop valuable leadership skills.
• A program to teach fundamentals of running a pet hospital.
• Access to the AVMA‑CVTEA Accreditation program through our distance learning course.
• Scholarship opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

• Paid time off including 8 weeks of full‑pay parental leave, bereavement leave, and time off for new pet adoptions.
• Top‑quality medical, dental, and vision insurance plus health savings account and flexible spending account.
• Pet perks such as free exams, discounts on products and services at all Thrive Pet Healthcare locations.
• Subsidized backup and ongoing care support for children, adults, and pets.
• Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions.
• 401(k) with employer contribution and no waiting period.
• Continuing education and development support through free CE courses and paid time off.
• Scholarship opportunities and student loan support program.

$20–$36/hr based on experience/skills assessment plus shift differentials.

Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work rotating weekends and holidays.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider