Emergency Veterinary Technician – Critical Care

Ethos Discovery; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

CE allowance

Pet discount

On-site learning & development

License reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician for our Emergency & Critical Care unit in San Marcos, CA. The role involves fast-paced emergency nursing, advanced diagnostics, and collaboration with specialists to deliver high-level care for pets.

You will triage, monitor, and treat critically ill patients, perform procedures, and support families. A strong team mindset and dedication to exceptional patient care are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of veterinary assistant experience.
• RVT credential preferred or required where applicable.
• Proficiency in nurse techniques and patient handling is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional nursing care for emergency and critically ill patients.
• Triage incoming emergency patients and support clients.
• Collaborate with Emergency Doctors and Critical Care Specialists.
• Obtain and process lab samples; assist with imaging.
• Monitor and recover patients under sedation and anesthesia.
• Provide care for intensive care patients including dialysis and plasma therapies.
• Work with veterinarians and support staff.
• Contribute to a positive team culture.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Drug calculations

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

Vital signs

Medical history collection

Surgical preparation

Anesthesia monitoring

Client education

Education

RVT credential

Job description

Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician for our Emergency & Critical Care unit in San Marcos, CA. The role involves fast-paced emergency nursing, advanced diagnostics, and collaboration with specialists to deliver high-level care for pets.

You will triage, monitor, and treat critically ill patients, perform procedures, and support families. A strong team mindset and dedication to exceptional patient care are essential.