Emergency RVT — Night Shift Specialist in San Diego

VCA Animal Hospitals; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid vacation/sick days

401(k)

Job summary

VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced Emergency Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our fast-paced Receiving Department. You will collaborate with our emergency team to manage critical cases, perform diagnostics, and provide high-quality patient care.

This full-time role offers a 4/10 shift pattern (4 pm–2:30 am) with competitive compensation and differential for late/overnight hours, in our modern 24‑hour facility with

Qualifications

• Emergency RVT with experience in high‑volume, acute care.
• Strong client communication and ability to present treatment plans.
• Ability to manage complex, urgent cases in a 24‑hour setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctors in emergency and critical care procedures.
• Monitor patients under anesthesia and manage post‑operative care.
• Perform in-house diagnostics and handle specimen submissions.
• Maintain accurate medical records and discharge instructions.

Skills

Critical thinking

Client communication

Patient handling

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical ventilation experience

Venipuncture

Lab sample handling

MRI experience

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Job description

VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced Emergency Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our fast-paced Receiving Department. You will collaborate with our emergency team to manage critical cases, perform diagnostics, and provide high-quality patient care.

This full-time role offers a 4/10 shift pattern (4 pm–2:30 am) with competitive compensation and differential for late/overnight hours, in our modern 24‑hour facility with