Overnight ER/CCU Registered Veterinary Technician
About The Position
With the addition of a full-time Veterinary Criticalist joining the Beacon Veterinary Specialists team in June 2026, we are searching for overnight Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT) that are compassionate and motivated to expand their veterinary careers! This role has a hourly wage of $30-40/hour, plus a $5.10/hour overnight shift differential, and an $8000 signing bonus for RVT's that begin work by May 1st. Who We Are: At Beacon Veterinary Specialists, we’re more than a specialty and emergency hospital - we’re a team of devoted animal lovers committed to providing advanced, compassionate care for every patient, and thoughtful, reassuring support for every client who walks through our doors. Who You Are: Registered Veterinary Technician license in California is required Worked with sick patients providing cage-side nursing care and treatments Skilled in blood draws, IV catheterization, and bandage or wound care Comfortable handling and safely restraining cats and dogs in a high-stress environment Technology savvy and able to adapt to different veterinary practice software systems Able to induce, monitor, and care for complex medical patients under anesthesia Strong knowledge of diagnostic procedures including using in-hospital laboratory equipment and digital radiology Strive to provide every client with compassion and care Team-oriented with a strong work ethic Experience in an Emergency or Specialty clinic setting preferred RECOVER BLS or ALS certification preferred
Requirements
- Registered Veterinary Technician license in California is required
- Worked with sick patients providing cage-side nursing care and treatments
- Skilled in blood draws, IV catheterization, and bandage or wound care
- Comfortable handling and safely restraining cats and dogs in a high-stress environment
- Technology savvy and able to adapt to different veterinary practice software systems
- Able to induce, monitor, and care for complex medical patients under anesthesia
- Strong knowledge of diagnostic procedures including using in-hospital laboratory equipment and digital radiology
- Strive to provide every client with compassion and care
- Team-oriented with a strong work ethic
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an Emergency or Specialty clinic setting preferred
- RECOVER BLS or ALS certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Assist with hospitalized patient care, including performing or assisting with physical examinations, administering medications, monitoring fluid levels and vital signs.
- Run tests utilizing in-hospital laboratory equipment, electrocardiograms, blood pressure monitoring, and digital radiology.
- Educate clients, provide compassionate support, present recommended treatment plans with estimated costs, and review discharge instructions.
- Carry out tasks, verbal or written, as requested by the veterinarian to support diagnostic and treatment processes.
- Enter all treatment and diagnostic documentation and ensure patient charges are accurate, complete, and follow hospital policy.
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Employee pet insurance plan AND pet discounts
- Uniform allowance
- Generous continuing education allowance to support professional growth and development and license reimbursement
- Relocation assistance for highly qualified candidates
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
