Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician (Full-Time).

Borchard Veterinary Clinic (Thousand Oaks Animal Care, LLC).
2223 Michael Dr., Newbury Park, CA 91320.

About Us:

Borchard Veterinary Clinic is a small animal practice serving a dedicated and growing client base in Thousand Oaks. We are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care while maintaining an efficient, team-oriented workflow. Our clinic continues to expand its dental and preventive care services while prioritizing patient safety, operational excellence, and client trust.

We utilize modern in-house diagnostic tools and software including IDEXX NEO, VetLab Station, and VetConnect Plus to support efficient patient care and workflow management.

Why Join Our Team:

This position is ideal for an experienced technician who enjoys both hands-on clinical work and leadership responsibilities. Team members play a direct role in patient care, clinic operations, and overall practice growth in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Position Details:

• Employment Type: Full-Time.
• Schedule Flexibility Required: Candidates must be flexible with scheduling based on clinic needs.
• Clinic Hours: Majority of shifts scheduled between 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
• Shift Availability: Ability to work morning or afternoon shifts depending on operational needs.
• Weekend Requirement: Saturdays are required, as the clinic is open on weekends.
• Pay Range: $28.00 – $35.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Experience Preferred: Prior veterinary technician experience strongly preferred, especially in anesthesia, surgery, and dental procedures.

Key Responsibilities.
Clinical Duties:

• Independently run and monitor anesthesia throughout procedures.
• Assist veterinarians during surgical procedures.
• Perform and assist with dental cleanings and extractions as directed by the DVM.
• Monitor patient recovery and provide post-operative care.
• Take and process digital radiographs.
• Assist with diagnostics and laboratory procedures.
• Educate clients regarding treatment plans, medications, and preventative care.
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records.

Dental Responsibilities:

• Perform dental cleanings efficiently and thoroughly.
• Assist with dental radiographs and extractions.
• Support the clinic’s growing dental caseload and procedural workflow.

Operations & Leadership Responsibilities:

• Manage inventory levels, supply ordering, and inventory tracking with oversight from clinic management.
• Maintain controlled substance logs under the DEA license of the attending DVM.
• Assist with staff scheduling to support workflow and patient demand.
• Support daily clinic operations and workflow efficiency.
• Serve as a lead technician under the clinic site manager.
• Help train, guide, and support veterinary assistants and support staff as needed.

Qualifications:

• Veterinary technician experience preferred.
• Leadership or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Strong experience with anesthesia monitoring and dental procedures required.
• Ability to independently manage anesthesia cases.
• Experience with dental cleanings and extractions strongly preferred.
• Inventory management and/or scheduling experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Dependable, team-oriented, and detail-focused mindset.
• Flexible scheduling availability required to support clinic needs and varying hours.

Performance & Growth Opportunities:

• Eligible for performance-based pay increases.
• Opportunity to grow into a lead operational technician role.
• Increased responsibility based on performance, reliability, and leadership ability.