Per Diem ER Vet Tech — Night Shift & CE Perks

Ethos Veterinary Health; San Francisco, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation plus $5.50/hr

VetBloom continuing education access

EAP and wellness resources

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health's SAGE San Francisco emergency team is seeking a Per Diem Veterinary Technician to provide advanced nursing care for critically ill and injured pets on a flexible, as-needed schedule. DOE and a shift differential apply for 6:00 PM–6:00 AM coverage.

Working alongside board-certified specialists and emergency clinicians, you will triage, monitor, administer medications, and help stabilize patients while maintaining detailed records and compassionate communication with

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Current California RVT license preferred but not required.
• Previous Emergency or Specialty Veterinary experience required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 60 days of hire or transfer (not required for licensed RVTs).
• Strong mathematical skills for calculating drug dosages, CRIs, client estimates, and invoices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and composure in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency patients and prioritize care based on medical urgency.
• Monitor critically ill, unstable, and recovering patients.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, oxygen therapy, CRIs, and other treatments.
• Assist with emergency procedures, diagnostics, and patient stabilization.
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory sample collection, and patient monitoring.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, and pet owners.
• Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are clean, stocked, and ready for use.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

Skills

Strong mathematical skills

Excellent communication

Collaborative mindset

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma

California RVT license preferred

Job description

Ethos Veterinary Health's SAGE San Francisco emergency team is seeking a Per Diem Veterinary Technician to provide advanced nursing care for critically ill and injured pets on a flexible, as-needed schedule. DOE and a shift differential apply for 6:00 PM–6:00 AM coverage.

Working alongside board-certified specialists and emergency clinicians, you will triage, monitor, administer medications, and help stabilize patients while maintaining detailed records and compassionate communication with