Registered Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia

Ethos Veterinary Health; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 45,460 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Continuing education reimbursement

Cash bonuses for career milestones

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health in Redwood City, CA, is seeking a skilled Registered Veterinary Technician to join their team. You will play a key role in providing safe anesthesia and high-quality patient care, including monitoring anesthesia during MRI scans. The ideal candidate must have a current RVT license in California and 5+ years of experience. Full-time benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, and professional development opportunities. This role offers competitive wages based on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in anesthesia monitoring; MRI experience is a plus.
• Knowledgeable about anesthetic drugs, patient monitoring, and safety practices.
• Able to lift and move animals and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-anesthetic assessments and induction.
• Monitor anesthesia and ensure patient safety for MRI scans.
• Maintain accurate medical records, including anesthesia monitoring logs.
• Assist neurologists during procedures.
• Educate clients regarding patient care.

Skills

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient care

Excellent communication

Team player

Calm under pressure

Education

Current and valid RVT license in California

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician – Neuro & Anesthesia

Location: SAGE Veterinary Centers – Redwood City, CA
Up to $40/hr plus $5.50/hr differential for any hours worked between 6pm-6am

At SAGE, we’re committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care through collaboration, innovation, and compassion. Our Redwood City hospital specializes in advanced diagnostics and specialty services, including Neurology and advanced imaging. We are looking for a skilled Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and play a key role in providing safe anesthesia and high-quality patient care.

What You’ll Do

• Perform pre-anesthetic assessments, IV catheter placement, induction, intubation, and recovery monitoring.
• Monitor anesthesia and ensure patient safety for MRI scans.
• Operate anesthesia and monitoring equipment safely in an MRI environment, following all safety protocols.
• Assist neurologists during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records, including anesthesia monitoring logs.
• Support patient care before, during, and after procedures.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, RVTs, and support staff to ensure smooth workflow.
• Educate and communicate with clients regarding patient care as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly functioning equipment.
• Take an active role in optimizing workflows and developing efficient processes, contributing to the growth of the MRI service.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• Current and valid RVT license in the state of California.
• 5+ years of experience in anesthesia monitoring; MRI experience is a plus.
• Knowledgeable about anesthetic drugs, patient monitoring, and safety practices.
• Calm under pressure and able to multitask effectively.
• Excellent communicator and team player.
• Able to work with all levels of staff across multiple departments.
• Committed to providing compassionate patient care.

Safety Requirements & Physical Demands

• Due to the strong magnetic field associated with MRI equipment, candidates must be able to safely work in this environment. Individuals with certain metallic implants, pacemakers, or other devices that may be affected by MRI technology may not meet the safety requirements for this position.
• Ability to lift and move animals and equipment weighing up to 40 lbs regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, and maintain focus for extended periods during procedures.
• Manual dexterity to handle instruments, catheters, and monitoring equipment accurately.
• Vision, hearing, and cognitive abilities sufficient for safe patient monitoring and documentation.

Why Join SAGE

• Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, vacation and sick time accrual, and uniforms.
• Monthly RACE-approved courses and staff development opportunities.
• Get paid to learn! We cover eligible expenses for continuing education and coursework.
• Cash bonuses when achieving career milestones such as earning your RVT or VTS.
• Highly competitive wages based on experience and skills.
• Competitive RVT CE allowance annually.
• License application and renewal reimbursement for RVTs.
• Financial support and onsite mentorship toward pursuing VTS.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need. PM19