Emergency Veterinary Technician – ER Care & Surgery

Pacificsantacruzvet; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 37,195 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team member pet discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

CE stipends

Grant Circle relief fund

Job summary

Pacific Santa Cruz Veterinary Specialists in Santa Cruz, California, is looking for an Emergency Veterinary Technician to provide exceptional patient care and support the medical team.

The role involves handling anesthesia, maintaining medical records, performing laboratory tests, and ensuring patient comfort. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of emergency experience and be proficient in IV catheter placement.

Benefits include medical coverage, paid parental leave, and CE stipends. Pay range is $27 to $30 hourly.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of emergency case experience.
• Proficiency in IV catheter placement and venipuncture.
• Experience with radiographs.
• Strong knowledge of safe patient handling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for shifts by stocking exam rooms and treatment areas.
• Assist the doctor with anesthesia and during surgeries.
• Maintain accurate and timely charts of all patient progress.
• Assist in treatment procedures and perform clinic laboratory procedures.

Skills

Emergency case experience

IV catheter placement

Venipuncture

Safe patient handling

Medical calculations

CPR

Sedation experience

General anesthesia

Education

RVT or equivalent

Tools

Doppler

Cardell

SpO₂

ECG

IV pumps

Anesthesia machines

Job description

Pacific Santa Cruz Veterinary Specialists in Santa Cruz, California, is looking for an Emergency Veterinary Technician to provide exceptional patient care and support the medical team.

The role involves handling anesthesia, maintaining medical records, performing laboratory tests, and ensuring patient comfort. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of emergency experience and be proficient in IV catheter placement.

Benefits include medical coverage, paid parental leave, and CE stipends. Pay range is $27 to $30 hourly.