Per Diem Veterinary Technician, Emergency
About The Position
Join the Emergency & Critical Care team at SAGE Concord and enjoy the flexibility of relief work while providing advanced nursing care for critically ill and injured patients. Whether you're a Registered Veterinary Technician or an experienced Senior Veterinary Assistant, you'll work alongside board-certified specialists, emergency clinicians, and an experienced multidisciplinary team in one of Northern California's premier specialty hospitals. This is a casual, as-needed position designed for experienced veterinary professionals looking to pick up extra shifts. Relief team members are scheduled based on hospital needs and availability. At SAGE Concord, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll work in the East Bay's largest Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Hospital. Since opening our state-of-the-art facility in 2022, we've expanded access to advanced Emergency & Critical Care, Surgery, Neurology, Oncology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Ophthalmology, and Integrative Medicine. As a relief team member, you'll gain exposure to a diverse emergency caseload while maintaining the flexibility to create a schedule that fits your lifestyle. Our collaborative environment encourages continuous learning, teamwork, and clinical excellence.
Requirements
- High school diploma required.
- Previous Emergency or Specialty Veterinary experience required.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and client service skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 60 days of hire or transfer (not required for licensed RVTs).
- Strong mathematical skills for calculating drug dosages, CRIs, client estimates, and invoices.
- Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and composure in a fast-paced emergency environment.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
Nice To Haves
- Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Triage emergency patients and prioritize care based on medical urgency.
- Monitor critically ill, unstable, and recovering patients.
- Administer medications, IV fluids, oxygen therapy, CRIs, and other treatments.
- Assist with emergency procedures, diagnostics, and patient stabilization.
- Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory sample collection, and patient monitoring.
- Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
- Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, and pet owners.
- Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are clean, stocked, and ready for use.
- Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
- Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation plus $5.50/hour overnight shift differential
- VetBloom continuing education access and ongoing professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources where available
- Career advancement opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health's network of specialty and emergency hospitals
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
