Registered Veterinary Technician, Neurology
About The Position
Advance your career in veterinary neurology at SAGE San Francisco. As a Neurology Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), you'll work alongside board-certified veterinary specialists providing advanced anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, surgical nursing, and patient care for complex neurological and neurosurgical cases. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RVT, Neurology Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia Technician, or skilled Specialty Veterinary Technician looking to expand their expertise in MRI, CT, anesthesia, neurosurgery, and advanced specialty medicine. SAGE San Francisco is a premier specialty and emergency veterinary hospital providing advanced care through a collaborative team of board-certified specialists, emergency veterinarians, Registered Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and support professionals. Our Neurology team manages complex neurological conditions using advanced diagnostic imaging, anesthesia, surgery, and specialized nursing care. You'll have the opportunity to strengthen your technical skills while working in an environment focused on mentorship, clinical excellence, and professional development.
Requirements
- Active California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license.
- Minimum of two years of veterinary clinical experience.
- Strong veterinary anesthesia and anesthetic monitoring experience required.
- Proficiency with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication calculations, CRIs, and advanced patient monitoring.
- Strong understanding of veterinary medical records, patient care, and anesthesia protocols.
- Excellent communication, organization, critical-thinking, and client service skills.
- Ability to remain calm and effective in a fast-paced specialty hospital environment.
- Collaborative, proactive approach to patient care and teamwork.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with MRI, CT, Neurology, Surgery, Emergency, ICU, or specialty veterinary medicine preferred.
- MRI experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced nursing care for Neurology and Neurosurgery patients throughout diagnostics, treatment, surgery, and recovery.
- Administer and monitor anesthesia for MRI, CT, surgical procedures, and other advanced diagnostics.
- Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication calculations and administration, CRIs, digital radiography, and patient monitoring.
- Prepare patients for advanced imaging and procedures and provide comprehensive post-anesthesia recovery care.
- Perform sterile surgical preparation and assist veterinarians during neurosurgical procedures.
- Monitor ventilation, oxygenation, anesthetic depth, vital parameters, and patient status throughout procedures.
- Maintain detailed medical and anesthesia records, including treatments, medications, procedures, and patient progress.
- Assist veterinarians during appointments and provide compassionate client communication and education.
- Collaborate with Neurology, Emergency & Critical Care, and other specialty teams to provide exceptional patient care.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and 401(k)
- Three weeks accrued paid time off
- Competitive RVT and Veterinary Assistant Continuing Education (CE) allowance
- VetBloom access with RACE-approved continuing education and training
- RVT license application and renewal reimbursement
- Financial support and onsite mentorship toward Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and health and wellness resources
- Uniforms provided
- Career development and advancement opportunities throughout Ethos Veterinary Health
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
