ER Veterinary Technician - Critical Care

Veritas Veterinary Partners; Terra Linda (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

CE allowance and PTO

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Double pay for holidays

Parental leave

Mental health support

In‑house fun committee

Job summary

Veritas Veterinary Partners is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician for the Emergency & Critical Care team in San Rafael, CA. The role involves high‑quality patient care in a fast-paced hospital alongside board‑certified specialists, with a focus on anesthesia, critical care, and client education.

Responsibilities include anesthesia support, radiology, phlebotomy, blood/plasma transfusions, and collaboration with surgeons.

Qualifications

• RVT preferred; minimum 2 years experience required.
• Comprehensive understanding of anesthetic monitoring.
• Proficiency in processing basic laboratory specimens.
• Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up CRIs and calculate medical math.
• Place indwelling urinary catheters.
• Prepare and administer blood and plasma transfusions.
• Assist in surgeries and other sedated procedures.
• Maintain accurate treatment sheets.
• Take radiographs (out of the room) and obtain, prepare, and submit blood samples for diagnostic testing.
• Operate mechanical ventilators for anesthesia.
• Provide client education on home care needs.

Skills

RVT preferred

2+ years experience

Anesthetic monitoring

Lab specimen handling

Teamwork

Client service

Job description

Veritas Veterinary Partners is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician for the Emergency & Critical Care team in San Rafael, CA. The role involves high‑quality patient care in a fast-paced hospital alongside board‑certified specialists, with a focus on anesthesia, critical care, and client education.

Responsibilities include anesthesia support, radiology, phlebotomy, blood/plasma transfusions, and collaboration with surgeons.