Registered Veterinary Technician - Cardiology

Veritas Veterinary Partners; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support with Talkspace

CE allowance and PTO

401(k) retirement plan with company  +

Medical, vision, dental insurance

6 weeks paid parental leave

Paid time off

Double pay for holidays

Commuter benefits

In-house fun committee

Job summary

Veritas Veterinary Partners is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join PESCM in San Rafael, CA. The role focuses on cardiology support, anesthesia, patient care, and collaboration with emergency and specialty teams.

The position requires an RVT license, 2+ years of experience, and excellent client communication in a fast-paced veterinary setting. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician with active license.
• 2+ years experience as a veterinary technician.
• Strong understanding of anesthetic monitoring and patient care.
• Proficient in basic lab processing and sample handling.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and cardiologists with echocardiograms.
• Set up and monitor ECG and vital signs during procedures.
• Support sedation and anesthesia for procedures.
• Maintain sterile fields and prepare equipment for procedures.
• Collect venipuncture samples and deliver medications.
• Document medical records and treatment details.
• Collaborate with specialty, ER, anesthesia and ICU teams.

Skills

Registered Veterinary Technician

Anesthetic monitoring

Cardiology support

Client communication

Medical record keeping

Education

RVT license

Tools

ECG monitoring equipment

Sterile technique equipment

Laboratory equipment

Job description

World Class Medicine.

Purpose-Driven Partnership.

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals are staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.

At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialise in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients’ well-being.

We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships, ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.

About PESCM

PESCM, located in San Rafael, is the only 24/7 veterinary hospital in Marin County, with specialties in Internal Medicine, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Neurology, Cardiology, Urgent Care, Emergency, Radiology, and Critical Care. Our mission is to serve pets and people by continually pushing to improve our medicine, our service, our communication, and ourselves.

Why PESCM

We are not your typical veterinary hospital. PESCM is run by managers who have been with the hospital for a decade or more, all promoted from within. We are former nurses and client service staff who understand what employees need because we’ve been there ourselves: predictable schedules, regular time off, competitive pay, generous benefits, and a nurturing yet professional environment that fosters your growth and success.

We know the winning recipe is making a space for you to do good work and be part of the special kind of team unique to veterinary medicine, where the only way to combat compassion fatigue is to take care of each other.

About The Role

Veterinary Technicians at PESCM are responsible for a variety of tasks related to customer service and patient care within the veterinary practice. In addition to veterinary technician skills such as patient restraint, administering medications, IV catheter placement, and phlebotomy, technicians in the Cardiology department will be responsible for the following:

• Assist veterinarians and cardiologists with:
  • Echocardiograms
  • ECG placement and monitoring
  • Blood pressure monitoring
  • Holter monitor placement and client education
  • Sedation and anesthesia support
  • Interventional cardiology procedures
• Prepare and maintain sterile procedure areas and specialized equipment
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory sample collection, and medication administration
• Provide compassionate client communication and education
• Accurately maintain medical records and treatment documentation
• Collaborate closely with specialty, ER, anesthesia, and ICU teams

About You

• Registered Veterinary Technician required
• 2+ years working as a veterinary technician
• Comprehensive understanding and experience with anesthetic monitoring
• Proficiency in processing basic laboratory specimens
• Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Understanding of normal vs abnormal physiologic ranges
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community
• Positive outlook and ability to work well in a collaborative environment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun

Compensation & Schedule

Salary: $30.00 – $38.00/hour, dependent on experience

Sign-On Bonus: Registered Veterinary Technicians are eligible for $6,000

Schedule: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Benefits And Compensation

• Highly competitive salary based on experience
• Sign-on bonus
• Mental health support with Talkspace
• Continuing education support with CE allowance and PTO
• Reimbursement of membership and licensure fees
• 401(k) retirement plan options with company match
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options - some plans may be paid up to 100%
• Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
• Paid time off and time to enjoy it
• Double pay for holidays
• Commuter benefits
• In-house fun committee

Location

• 1 Thorndale Drive, San Rafael, CA 94903

Base Pay

$30 - $38 USD

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.

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