Veterinary Technician, Emergency
About The Position
The Veterinary Technician, Emergency role at SAGE Campbell provides essential support to veterinarians caring for emergency and critical-care patients. The technician assists with treatments and procedures, monitors critically ill or injured pets, administers prescribed medications and treatments, helps with diagnostics, and responds to changes in patient condition. The role also involves coordinating care with the team, communicating with pet owners, maintaining patient records and medical equipment, and providing compassionate support to patients and their owners. This is a full-time, 4/10-schedule position. Schedule options are Sunday through Wednesday, 2:00 PM–12:30 AM (swing shift); Sunday through Wednesday, 10:00 AM–8:30 PM (day shift); or Sunday through Thursday, 7:00 AM–5:30 PM (day shift). Compensation is $25–$40 per hour, plus a $5.50-per-hour shift differential. A sign-on bonus of up to $3,500 is offered for swing or early swing shifts. SAGE Campbell provides specialty and emergency veterinary care in the San Francisco Bay Area, including emergency and critical care, surgery, oncology, internal medicine, neurology, and physical rehabilitation. The organization describes its culture as inclusive, collaborative, and supportive.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- At least 2 years of clinical experience in an ER/CCU setting.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Consistent and reliable ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug doses, CRIs, client invoices and estimates, and other position-related calculations.
- Maintain a California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP), obtained within 60 days of hire or transfer into the role; this requirement is waived for incumbents with a valid California RVT license.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during treatments and procedures.
- Closely monitor critically ill or injured patients.
- Collaborate with the team to coordinate around-the-clock care and treatment.
- Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their owners.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by veterinarians.
- Assist with diagnostic procedures, including bloodwork and imaging.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
- Monitor and maintain medical equipment.
- Communicate with pet owners about patient updates and treatment plans.
- Respond promptly to changes in patient condition and provide emergency care as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive wages based on experience and skill set.
- Annual continuing education allowance.
- License application and renewal reimbursement for RVTs.
- Health and wellness programs, including access to an onsite Veterinary Social Worker.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement.
- Monthly in-house RACE-approved courses and staff development opportunities.
- Coverage of eligible continuing education and coursework expenses.
- Cash bonus for achieving career milestones, including earning an RVT or VTS.
- Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; flexible spending accounts; 401(k); Employee Assistance Program; three weeks of accrued paid time off; and uniforms.
- Ethos benefits include a 401(k) with employer match and paid time off, including sick time, for eligible employees.
- Up to $3,500 sign-on bonus for swing shift or early swing shifts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
