Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician

United Veterinary Care; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus $2,500

Shift differentials

401K match

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

United Veterinary Care in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Technician for overnight shifts at our 24-hour hospital. We offer a $2,500 signing bonus and weekend/overnight shift differentials to support our dedicated team.

Join a compassionate, skilled group providing high-quality emergency and specialty care to pets in Berkeley, SF, and the broader Bay Area. Strong clinical skills and a team-first attitude are essential to deliver outstanding patient care and client

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a veterinary technician in a hospital.
• Registered veterinary technician preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and team members with efficiency and professionalism.
• Safely restrain animals using low-stress handling.
• Collaborate with coworkers across the hospital.
• Provide nursing care to hospitalized and outpatients.
• Operate in-house laboratory equipment accurately.
• Take digital radiographs safely and effectively.
• Calculate medication dosages accurately.
• Administer medications via prescribed routes (PO, SC, IM, IV).
• Demonstrate proficiency with venous and urinary catheter placement.
• Develop advanced emergency nursing skills.
• Maintain proficiency across a wide range of emergency scenarios.
• Deliver compassionate client communication and patient care.
• Prepare and monitor patients for sedated/anesthetic procedures.

Skills

Veterinary technician

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician

Tools

Digital radiography

In-house lab equipment

Job description

Emergency Veterinary Technician (Overnight) | San Francisco, California | Bay Area

Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant | Emergency & Specialty Care | San Francisco, California

We’re looking for a compassionate, skilled, and upbeat Veterinary Emergency Technician to join our close-knit team and make a real difference when pets need us most. Enjoy a $2,500 hiring bonus for the successful candidate, plus weekend and overnight shift differentials.

Why join PETS Referral Center?

• Join a growing specialty and emergency veterinary hospital serving Berkeley, San Francisco, California and the greater Bay Area
• Work alongside a talented, collaborative team that genuinely enjoys supporting one another
• Deliver outstanding patient care and exceptional client service every shift
• Be part of a hospital with a long-standing reputation for serving the community with excellence and heart

Who We’re Looking For

• A positive, professional attitude and a calm presence in fast-moving situations
• Strong communication skills with teammates and clients alike
• A team-first mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Confidence juggling multiple priorities while keeping patient care front and center
• A well-rounded technical skill set and a solid clinical knowledge base
• At least one year of experience working as a technician in a veterinary hospital
• Registered veterinary technician preferred, but not required

Because we’re a 24-hour emergency hospital, we’re looking for someone who is ready to shine beyond the standard weekday 9-to-5 and help us care for patients when they need us most.

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians and fellow team members with efficiency and professionalism
• Safely restrain animals using low-stress, patient-centered handling techniques
• Collaborate positively and effectively with coworkers across the hospital
• Provide nursing care to hospitalized patients and medical care to outpatients
• Operate in-house laboratory equipment accurately and efficiently
• Take digital radiographs safely and effectively
• Calculate medication dosages accurately
• Administer medications via prescribed routes, including PO, SC, IM, and IV
• Demonstrate proficiency with venous and urinary catheter placement
• Build and apply advanced emergency nursing skills
• Stay confident and capable in a wide range of emergency medicine scenarios
• Deliver thoughtful client communication and compassionate patient care
• Prepare and monitor patients for sedated and anesthetic procedures, including setup, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery care

Benefits That Support You

We care deeply about the well-being of our team and offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support you at work and beyond.

• Competitive salary
• Shift differentials for weekends
• Short Term Disability paid for by employer
• Complimentary Life Insurance $25,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
• Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K with 100% company match up to 3% and 50% company match up to 5%, eligible after 6 months of employment
• Kaiser/United Healthcare Insurance Plans with multiple options
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options
• United Healthcare Dental Insurance; includes a 100% paid premium option for team members
• United Healthcare Vision Insurance options
• Long Term Disability options
• Progyny-Fertility and Family Building Support (up to $10,000)
• Team Member Discounts for Pet Care
• Paid PTO
• CE allowance
• Uniform allowance

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $26.00 - $40.00 per hour

Posting: Externally

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.