Emergency and Critical Care Veterinary Technician

2 weeks ago


Redwood City, California, United States Ethos Veterinary Health Full time
Position Overview:
As a vital member of our Emergency and Critical Care team, you will provide exceptional nursing care to critically ill or injured animals. Your expertise will contribute to the overall well-being of pets in need of specialized attention.

About Ethos Veterinary Health:
Ethos Veterinary Health is a leading network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals dedicated to providing innovative and compassionate care. Our team of over 1,500 specialized veterinarians is committed to enhancing the lives of pets and their families through evidence-based practices and state-of-the-art technology.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Triage and admit emergency cases with precision.
  • Deliver nursing care to critically ill or injured patients, ensuring ongoing evaluation and monitoring.
  • Exhibit proficiency in advanced hospitalization care and continuous rate infusions (CRIs).
  • Conduct in-house laboratory procedures efficiently.
  • Skillfully place intravenous (IV) catheters and perform detailed patient rounds.
  • Safely restrain anxious and frightened patients.
  • Accurately obtain temperature, pulse, and respiration (TPR) measurements while maintaining thorough medical records.
  • Identify situations that require immediate veterinary intervention.
  • Act as an advocate for both the patient and their caregiver.

Qualifications:
  • High school diploma required.
  • A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or 3 years as a Veterinary Assistant in an Emergency Room/Critical Care Unit (ER/CCU).
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both staff and clients, demonstrating professionalism and discretion.
  • Proficiency in mathematical calculations for drug dosages, CRIs, and client invoicing.
  • Must hold or obtain the California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 60 days of hire, unless a valid CA-RVT license is held.

Work Schedule:
This is a full-time position with a 4/10 schedule. Flexibility is required, including availability for some holidays.

Compensation and Benefits:
We offer a competitive hourly wage of $40.00, along with shift differentials. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
  • Monthly in-house RACE-approved courses and professional development opportunities.
  • Reimbursement for eligible continuing education expenses.
  • Bonuses for achieving significant career milestones.
  • Full-time benefits including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Assistance Program, and 3 weeks of accrued paid time off.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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