Overnight ER Veterinary Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health • Santa Barbara, CA

1d • $26 - $35

About The Position

Advanced Veterinary Specialists is seeking a full-time overnight Veterinary Technician to join the ER team.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• 2+ years of clinical experience in the veterinary industry, ER experience preferred
• Current and valid RVT license in the state of CA preferred but not required
• 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)

Responsibilities

• Triage and prioritize incoming patients
• Stabilize patients in critical condition
• Assist with diagnostic procedures
• Administer medications and fluids
• Provide wound care and post-surgical support
• Monitor vital signs and report abnormalities
• Assist during surgeries and emergency procedures
• Communicate with pet owners
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Ensure cleanliness and sanitization
• Educate pet owners on aftercare
• Collaborate with the veterinary team
• Stay updated through continuing education
• Offer compassion and emotional support to patients and owners.

Benefits

• health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances
• flex-spending accounts
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 3 weeks accrued paid time off
• uniforms
• Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set.
• Competitive Vet Assistant and RVT CE allowance annually
• VetBloom access: Race approved continuing education, training, and curriculum library
• License application and renewal reimbursement for RVT’s
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED