| Location | Carlsbad, CA |
General Information
Ref #
56497
Department
Vet Tech / Vet Assistant / VT Campus
Job Site
Coastal Animal Hospital (Carlsbad)
Date Published
11-04-2026
Pay Class
Full-Time
Base Min.
$ 27
Base Max.
$ 31
Description & Requirements
Company Overview
You are invited to join the Coastal Animal Hospital - Carlsbad team, where our mission is providing the best, most current treatments available in small animal medicine. Our modern approach focuses intensely on pain reduction, illness prevention, and helping pets recover quickly. The local community recognizes this commitment, rewarding us with an excellent 4.9-star Google rating. We have recently opened this bright, happy, modern office and are accepting appointments for Dr. Evans, Dr. Sheldon, and Dr. Ecker. If you are passionate about advanced veterinary care, this is where you will do your best work alongside dedicated teammates.
As a Coastal Animal Hospital teammate, you benefit from belonging to a network committed to supporting your professional journey. While we are proud of our compassionate local team, we believe in supporting individual growth across the board. You will have access to mentorship and educational opportunities designed to help you achieve your career goals. We ensure you have the resources necessary to succeed every day and develop your career, whether that means becoming a credentialed technician, mastering new surgical techniques, or moving into leadership.
Our Carlsbad hospital is committed to practicing gold-standard medicine utilizing state-of-the-art veterinary equipment. This is not just general practice; you will have opportunities to perform advanced procedures like Laparoscopic (LOVE) Spays, Fecal Microbiota Transplant (FMT), Therapeutic Laser treatments, and Safe Anesthesia protocols. From comprehensive wellness plans to detailed, gold-standard dentistry, we cover all bases in small animal care. We take every measure to make the visit a stress free experience, even using calming harp music in our exam rooms, ensuring you have the most positive environment possible to practice high-quality medicine.
Located in beautiful Carlsbad, California, this is a prime opportunity to build your professional career and enjoy a quality coastal lifestyle. Our facility reflects its surroundings with a beach-style environment that welcomes our community and their beloved pets daily. Carlsbad offers you the chance to live and work along the Southern California coast, serving pet owners who trust us explicitly-a trust evidenced by our impressive 4.9-star community rating. Join us in a location that prioritizes work-life harmony and compassionate, modern veterinary care.
Job Description
Your Impact as a Credentialed Veterinary Technician
Note: The Credentialed 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.
What You'll Bring to the Team
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.
Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.
Competitive Compensation
A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.
Health & Wellbeing
We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.
Financial Security
Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.
Commitment to Growth
We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.
The Power of a Network
Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.
Valuable Perks
Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.
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. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.
Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact benefits@mvetpartners.com with your request and contact information.
EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.