Per Diem Veterinary Technician, ER

Ethos Discovery; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Overnight differential $5.50/hour

CE access and professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health's SAGE San Francisco emergency team seeks a Per Diem Veterinary Technician to support critical care on a flexible, as-needed schedule. Work alongside board-certified specialists and a multidisciplinary team caring for critically ill pets.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and emergency experience; California RVT license is preferred but not required. A VACSP may be pursued within 60 days if not licensed. Competitive pay and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Casual, as-needed position with a minimum of one shift per month to maintain active per diem status.
• Emergency or Specialty Veterinary experience required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a VACSP within 60 days of hire (not required for licensed RVTs).
• Strong mathematical skills for calculating drug dosages, CRIs, client estimates, and invoices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills.

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

Math for dosages

Communication

Critical thinking

Professionalism under pressure

Education

High school diploma

California RVT license (preferred)

Job description

Per Diem Veterinary Technician – Emergency

$26.00–$40.00/hour (DOE) + $5.50/hour Shift Differential (6:00 PM–6:00 AM)
Per Diem opportunity in San Francisco, California
Schedule: Casual | Shifts as Needed

Join the Emergency & Critical Care team at SAGE San Francisco and provide advanced nursing care for critically ill and injured patients on a flexible schedule. As a Per Diem Veterinary Technician, you'll work alongside board-certified specialists, emergency clinicians, and an experienced multidisciplinary team while making a lifesaving difference for pets and their families.

Per Diem Requirements: This is a casual, as-needed position. Team members are required to work a minimum of one shift per month to maintain active per diem status.

Why Join SAGE San Francisco

At SAGE San Francisco, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, we provide advanced emergency and specialty care through collaboration, innovation, and compassionate medicine. Our Emergency & Critical Care team manages a diverse and complex caseload using advanced diagnostics and cutting-edge technology, giving you the opportunity to expand your skills while maintaining the flexibility of a per diem schedule.

Whether you're looking to supplement your current schedule or remain active in specialty medicine, you'll join a supportive team committed to clinical excellence and exceptional patient care.

In Your Day-to-Day, You Will

• 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.

What You Bring

• High school diploma required.
• Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (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.

Perks & Benefits

Per diem team members enjoy competitive compensation, overnight shift differential eligibility, and opportunities to grow within one of North America's leading specialty veterinary networks.

• Competitive compensation plus $5.50/hour overnight shift differential
• VetBloom continuing education access and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources where available
• Career advancement opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health's network of specialty and emergency hospitals

Location Highlight

Located in the heart of San Francisco, SAGE offers the opportunity to practice advanced emergency and specialty medicine while enjoying one of the country's most vibrant cities. From world‑class dining and entertainment to scenic parks and waterfront views, San Francisco provides an exceptional place to build your career while maintaining schedule flexibility.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world‑class medicine and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of more than 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic‑caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two‑way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow clinically and professionally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job—it's an opportunity to make a lifesaving impact while enjoying the flexibility of per diem work with one of California's leading specialty and emergency hospitals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.