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General Information

Ref #
9671
Department
Vet Tech / Vet Assistant / VT Campus
Job Site
Fire Mountain Veterinary Hospital
Date Published
10-24-2025
Base Min.
$ 24
Base Max.
$ 30

Description & Requirements

Company Overview
At Fire Mountain Veterinary Hospital, we believe that personalized, individualized veterinary care is the core of our mission. You will be joining one of the few remaining family-owned hospitals in North County San Diego, where we strive to keep client education and collaborative conversations central to every care plan. The local community trusts the compassionate care we provide, reflected by our excellent 4.5-star Google rating. If you are looking for an innovative hospital where you can do your best work and treat pets like family, this is the ideal opportunity for you.

We understand that achieving your long-term career goals requires dedicated support. As a teammate here, you benefit from a hospital culture that actively promotes continuous growth and education. Our commitment means that veterinarians have access to internal specialty consultations to support complex cases, and there are structured programs in place to help all teammates succeed, whether you are pursuing credentialed technician certification or aspiring to leadership positions within the practice.

We pride ourselves on remaining on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine, ensuring your patients receive the most current and effective care possible within our state-of-the-art facility. As a full-service hospital, you will have the opportunity to manage comprehensive cases ranging from routine preventative care to complex surgeries and critical internal medicine. Our medical services include dentistry, emergency care, specialist services, and dedicated geriatric and end-of-life care, allowing you to provide continuity and depth of service to our diverse North County San Diego patient base.

Fire Mountain Veterinary Hospital is located in Oceanside, California, placing you in the heart of beautiful North County San Diego. This area offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle, mixing beach town accessibility with the broader cultural amenities of the San Diego region. You will find that this location provides the perfect balance between a rewarding career and access to a vibrant, relaxed community that appreciates the high quality of veterinary care you will deliver.
Job Description

Your Impact as a Registered Veterinary Technician

Note: The Registered Veterinary Technician title is used in various states based on state-specific licensing and credentialing requirements. Responsibilities may vary depending on the hospital and/or state and will be outlined by the state’s Veterinary Practice Act and/or the responsible veterinarian, where applicable.

  • Utilize Your Full Skillset: You'll be a vital part of the medical team, providing comprehensive patient care, including administering treatments, monitoring anesthesia, and performing lab work.
  • Be a Leader and Mentor: You’ll guide and support the medical team, ensuring an efficient workflow while mentoring others to help them grow their skills and careers.
  • Partner with Clients: You'll be a key point of contact for pet owners, educating them on treatments, reviewing medical records, and confidently answering their questions.
  • Contribute to a Positive Culture: You'll play an active role in training, providing feedback, and maintaining the high standards of our hospital environment.

What You'll Bring to the Team

  • Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technician program.
  • A current state veterinary technician license (RVT) in good standing.
  • Proficiency in a range of technical skills, including nursing, surgery, dental care, radiology, and laboratory procedures.
  • A calm and efficient approach, especially in fast-paced or stressful situations.
  • Strong communication skills and a passion for working collaboratively.
  • One year of experience in the veterinary industry is preferred.

Responsibilities and Benefits

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Competitive Compensation

Competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package.

Total Wellbeing

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Financial Health

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Commitment to Growth

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off and opportunities for tuition reimbursement to advance your career.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration and career growth.

Peace of Mind

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: providing excellent patient care.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com.

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds. This role requires routine exposure to animals and medical equipment in a potentially noisy environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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