Overnight ER and CCU Registered Veterinary Technician - Ethos Veterinary Health

Veterinary Technician – ER & Critical Care (Overnights)
Sign-On Bonus Up to $7,000

At SAGE Redwood City, we are dedicated to providing advanced, compassionate, and collaborative veterinary care. Our Emergency and Critical Care team delivers specialized, 24/7 treatment to patients requiring intensive monitoring and life-saving interventions.

We’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or an experienced Senior Veterinary Assistant to join our team and make a meaningful impact in emergency and critical care.

About the Role

We seek dedicated, skilled, and team-oriented professionals who are looking for an opportunity to grow alongside an expert team.

Hourly Compensation:$30 - $40 hourly $5.50 overnight differential
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $7,000 for RVTs | Up to $5,000 for experienced Vet Assistants

Work Schedule

• Full-time, 4/10 or 3/12 schedule
• Overnight shifts with $5.50/hour differential
• Some weekends and holidays required

Key Responsibilities

Emergency Room Technician Responsibilities

• Triage incoming patients promptly, assessing severity and prioritizing care.
• Obtain and record patient histories through SOAP notes and communicate findings with the veterinary team.
• Monitor and record vital signs (TPR, blood pressure, SpO2, ECG, pain scoring, etc.) to assess patient stability.
• Recognize and respond to emergencies, initiating immediate interventions such as oxygen therapy, CPR, and wound stabilization.
• Administer emergency treatments, including IV fluid therapy, blood transfusions, and wound management.
• Place intravenous (IV) catheters, intraosseous (IO) catheters, and central lines as needed.
• Perform in-house laboratory diagnostics, including bloodwork, urinalysis, cytology, and blood gas analysis.
• Safely handle and restrain patients, including those who are fractious, fearful, or in pain.
• Assist in emergency surgical procedures, such as GDV stabilization, wound repairs, foreign body removals, and splenectomies.
• Maintain proper documentation, ensuring accuracy in patient charts, treatment logs, and discharge summaries.
• Educate and support pet owners, providing compassionate updates and discharge instructions.
• Assist in crash cart maintenance and readiness, ensuring all emergency drugs and supplies are stocked.

Critical Care Unit Technician Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to critically ill or post-surgical patients, ensuring continuous monitoring and intervention.
• Perform and oversee advanced hospitalization procedures, including continuous rate infusions (CRIs), total parenteral nutrition (TPN), and mechanical ventilation.
• Monitor telemetry and ECG readings, recognizing arrhythmias and other critical changes.
• Conduct in-depth patient assessments, noting changes in condition and reporting to the veterinary team.
• Administer medications via various routes (IV, IM, SQ, PO) with precision and accuracy.
• Implement pain management protocols, including CRIs, epidurals, and multimodal approaches.
• Oversee fluid therapy management, calculating and adjusting fluid rates based on patient needs.
• Accurately document and communicate patient status during rounds and shift changes.
• Maintain a clean and sterile ICU environment, ensuring proper infection control protocols.
• Provide emotional support to pet owners, helping them navigate difficult decisions and end-of-life care.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required
• RVT certification preferred. Minimum of 5 years of consecutive experience in an ER/CCU setting
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Proficiency in mathematical calculations for drug dosages, CRIs, invoices, and estimates
• California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) required within 60 days of hire (waived for CA-RVTs)

Full-Time Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 3 weeks of accrued paid time off 
• Uniforms provided
• Monthly RACE-approved CE courses and staff development opportunities
• Reimbursement for approved continuing education and certification-related expenses
• Bonuses for achieving major career milestones such as obtaining RVT or VTS certification

If you’re passionate about emergency & critical care medicine and want to work in a supportive, high-performing environment, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary career.