Registered Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant at Animal Dermatology Group

Compensation

$22 – $35/hr

Location: San Diego, California
Type: Full-time
Posted: Apr 22, 2026

Description

Animal Dermatology Group (ADG) is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician or experienced Veterinary Assistant for their San Diego, CA clinic. This role involves providing high-quality specialty care to pets with skin conditions, assisting general practice veterinarians, participating in drug/product development, and contributing to a large dermatology residency program. Responsibilities include phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, wound care, record keeping, and advising pet owners.

Required Skills

Phlebotomy
IV Catheter Placement
Prepares and restrains animals during procedures
Anesthetic Induction
Anesthetic Monitoring
Assists with procedures
Sutures cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues
Applies bandages and/or splints
Wound Care
Uses a stethoscope and otoscope
Record Keeping
Fills prescriptions and dispenses medications
Communication Skills
Computer Skills
Team Player

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary facility.
Preferred Qualifications: Energetic, positive, upbeat personality, takes initiative, commitment to the needs of the clinic, punctual, willingness to teach others and share ideas, openness to diversity, adaptability to change, accountable, and able to see the big picture.
Friendly, outgoing, people-oriented.
Excellent communication skills.
Capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, telephone and computer skills are necessary.
Team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change.