ICU RVT - Swing/Overnight Vet Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pet discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join its fast-paced ICU/ER team. The role emphasizes critical thinking, precise patient handling, and collaboration with veterinarians and staff to deliver high-quality emergency care.

Responsibilities include ICU patient management, anesthesia monitoring, in-house lab work, and clear client communication on treatment plans and discharge instructions.

Qualifications

• RV T licensure and experience in an emergency/ICU setting.
• Strong critical thinking and client communication skills.
• Excellent restraint and handling of small animals, incl. recumbent patients.
• Experience monitoring anesthesia and using specialized ICU equipment.
• Ability to run in-house labs and coordinate with external labs.

Responsibilities

• Support doctors in ICU with ongoing case management and treatment plans.
• Perform anesthesia monitoring and assist during procedures.
• Collect and process lab samples, and liaise with external labs as needed.
• Communicate clearly with clients about histories, treatments, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain patient records and ensure proper medication handling.

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification

Tools

MRI equipment

In-house lab

Surgical ventilator

Venipuncture/IV placement

Job description

VCA Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join its fast-paced ICU/ER team. The role emphasizes critical thinking, precise patient handling, and collaboration with veterinarians and staff to deliver high-quality emergency care.

Responsibilities include ICU patient management, anesthesia monitoring, in-house lab work, and clear client communication on treatment plans and discharge instructions.