Per Diem Veterinary Technician, ER

Ethos Veterinary Health • San Francisco, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Emergency & Critical Care team at SAGE San Francisco and provide advanced nursing care for critically ill and injured patients on a flexible schedule. As a Per Diem Veterinary Technician, you'll work alongside board-certified specialists, emergency clinicians, and an experienced multidisciplinary team while making a lifesaving difference for pets and their families. This is a casual, as-needed position. Team members are required to work a minimum of one shift per month to maintain active per diem status. At SAGE San Francisco, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, we provide advanced emergency and specialty care through collaboration, innovation, and compassionate medicine. Our Emergency & Critical Care team manages a diverse and complex caseload using advanced diagnostics and cutting-edge technology, giving you the opportunity to expand your skills while maintaining the flexibility of a per diem schedule. Whether you're looking to supplement your current schedule or remain active in specialty medicine, you'll join a supportive team committed to clinical excellence and exceptional patient care.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Previous Emergency or Specialty Veterinary experience required.
• 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.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
• 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 preferred but not required.

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
• Overnight shift differential eligibility
• Opportunities to grow within one of North America's leading specialty veterinary networks
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED