Senior Veterinary Assistant, Emergency

2 months ago


San Francisco, United States Ethos Veterinary Health Full time
RVT or Senior Veterinary Assistant- ER - Swing Shift Fri-Mon - SAGE San Francisco

Who we are:

SAGE San Francisco holds a deep appreciation for animals, fueled by sincere love and admiration for their extraordinary nature.

We form a community of experienced, board-certified veterinary professionals who provide unparalleled emergency and specialty care. Expertise, compassion, and collaboration drive everything we do - ensuring the best possible outcome for pets and pet parents. We see ourselves as vital contributors, playing a role in communities, the environment, and sustainability while carrying out our mission.

We are looking for our newest member to join our dedicated team in the Emergency Department

About the job:
  • Fulltime position Friday-Monday swing shift
  • 4/10 hour shifts
  • Triaging incoming patients
  • Assist DVM with patient assessment, treatment and procedures
  • Partner with the patient care team regarding treatment plans, client communication and nursing care concerns
  • Provide client education including, but not limited to: home care instructions, medications (indications, adverse reactions) and general wellness updates on hospitalized patients
  • Provide monitoring and nursing care to hospitalized patients
  • Induce and monitor general anesthesia and sedation procedures
  • Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and gather additional information as necessary
  • Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare samples for outside laboratory testing
  • Compensation Range:
  • RVT: $25.00 - $40.00 hour
  • SVA: $25.00 - $36.00
  • $8,000 Hiring Bonus for Registered Veterinary Technicians and $6,000 Hiring Bonus for Veterinary Assistants (for full-time, new to SAGE hires) for overnight roles.
  • $7000 Hiring Bonus for Registered Veterinary Technicians and $5000 Hiring bonus for veterinary assistants for swing shift roles.
  • $6000 Hiring Bonus for Registered Veterinary Technicians and $4000 Hiring bonus for day shift roles.
  • Shift differentials available $3/hour swing shift, $5 overnight shift

Who you are:
  • You are a Registered Veterinary Technician or Senior Veterinary Technician with excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. You are able to remain composed during stressful & emotional situations while remaining motivated, trustworthy, and team-oriented.
  • You' re looking for an opportunity to utilize your full skill-set while simultaneously learning new & advanced techniques.
  • You are committed to outstanding client service, exceptional patient care, and you really want to make a difference

Basic Required Qualifications:
  • High school diploma
  • 1+ years of clinical experience as an RVT or 3 years of experience as Senior Vet Assistant
  • Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interface with staff and clients using tact, patience, professional courtesy, and exhibit confidentiality and discretion where appropriate
  • Consistent and reliable ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug doses, CRIs, client invoices and estimates, and other position-related calculations
  • Maintain the California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP); must obtain within 60-days of hire or transfer into this role; (this requirement is waived if incumbent holds a valid CA-RVT license)

Benefits:
  • Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set.
  • Partnership with Purdue VT program/scholarships
  • Competitive Vet Assistant and RVT CE allowance annually
  • License application and renewal reimbursement for RVT's
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement
  • Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniforms


Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

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