Veterinary TechnicianAt — Southern California Veterinary Group
At SoCalVetGroup, our mission is simple: Pets First. We’re a growing network of veterinary hospitals in Southern California, dedicated to exceptional medicine, collaboration, and compassionate care. As an RVT intern with us, you won’t just observe—you’ll gain hands-on experience that directly prepares you for the VTNE and your future career. From placing catheters, monitoring anesthesia, and running lab work to assisting in urgent care cases, you’ll practice real-world skills that build confidence and competence. What makes us unique is our hybrid model—we offer both general practice and urgent care, so you’ll see a wide variety of cases and learn to adapt in a supportive, team-centered environment. Our doctors and technicians are passionate about teaching, and you’ll work alongside them to complete your skills booklet while making a meaningful difference for pets and their families. Join us, and take the next step toward becoming a confident, capable RVT.
By the end of this opportunity, students will have gained hands-on experience in patient restraint, sample collection, laboratory testing, anesthesia monitoring, surgical preparation, nursing care, and client communication. They will be more confident in clinical skills, case flow, and teamwork
Patient Care & Handling Safe animal restraint and handling techniques Monitoring and recording patient vitals (TPR, weight, hydration, pain scores) Administering medications under DVM supervision (oral, topical, injectable) Nursing care for hospitalized patients (feeding, fluid therapy, wound care) Diagnostic Skills Venipuncture and blood collection Placing IV catheters Collecting and preparing urine and fecal samples Running in-house lab diagnostics (CBC, chemistry, urinalysis, fecals, SNAP tests) Preparing samples for external lab submission Surgical & Anesthesia Support Pre-surgical patient prep (clipping, scrubbing, positioning) Instrument identification, sterilization, and pack preparation Assisting in induction and monitoring anesthesia Maintaining anesthesia logs and surgical records Post-op monitoring and recovery care
Safety is our top priority in this internship. Students will receive training on proper animal handling and restraint techniques to ensure safety for both patients and staff. Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, gowns, and eye protection must be used when appropriate. Standard infection control protocols are strictly followed, including hand hygiene and safe sharps disposal. Students will also be instructed on radiation safety, chemical handling, and biohazard precautions. Supervision is always provided, and no student will perform skills beyond their training level
| Hours | Duration |
|---|---|
| 100 | hours per placement |