ER Veterinary Technician, Swing Shift
About The Position
At SAGE San Francisco we are passionate about animals and deeply committed to their care. Our team of experienced, board-certified veterinary professionals provides world-class emergency and specialty services with expertise, compassion, and collaboration. We strive to deliver the best possible outcomes for pets and their families while remaining dedicated to our community, the environment, and sustainability. Position Details: As a Veterinary Technician in the ER department, you will be responsible to: Triage and monitor incoming patients, including critical and fractious cases Administer treatments, medications, oxygen therapy, and IV fluids Place and maintain catheters, central lines, and urinary catheters Perform diagnostic tests (bloodwork, radiographs, ultrasound, CT/MRI) Assist in emergency procedures (CPR, thoracocentesis, pericardiocentesis) Ensure accurate documentation and communication with both doctors and pet owners Provide supportive care for post-surgical and long-term patients Maintain and stock emergency equipment and supplies Demonstrate calmness, critical thinking, and teamwork under pressure Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma required
- 3+ years of veterinary clinical experience (specialty medicine preferred)
- Strong math skills for drug dosing, CRIs, and invoicing
- Must obtain a California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 60 days (waived with valid CA-RVT license)
Nice To Haves
- CA-RVT license preferred
Responsibilities
- Triage and monitor incoming patients, including critical and fractious cases
- Administer treatments, medications, oxygen therapy, and IV fluids
- Place and maintain catheters, central lines, and urinary catheters
- Perform diagnostic tests (bloodwork, radiographs, ultrasound, CT/MRI)
- Assist in emergency procedures (CPR, thoracocentesis, pericardiocentesis)
- Ensure accurate documentation and communication with both doctors and pet owners
- Provide supportive care for post-surgical and long-term patients
- Maintain and stock emergency equipment and supplies
- Demonstrate calmness, critical thinking, and teamwork under pressure
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) with match, EAP
- Vacation and sick time accrual + uniforms provided
- Competitive RVT CE allowance & reimbursement for license application/renewal
- Paid continuing education (CE) + monthly RACE-approved courses
- Cash bonuses for career milestones (RVT, VTS)
- Financial support & onsite mentorship toward VTS pursuit
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
