Registered Veterinary Technician (Emergency/Critical Care)

Advanced Building Maintenance, Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

CE allowance + license reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Pet discounts + employee pet insurance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Beacon Veterinary Specialists in Fremont, CA is seeking experienced Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT) to join our Emergency & Critical Care team. Competitive hourly pay and flexible scheduling with 3x12 or 4x10 weekday options are offered, with no recurring weekends.

Located in Fremont, CA, this 24/7 hospital emphasizes high-quality care. Responsibilities include Level 2 and Level 3 ER support, advanced procedures, CPR leadership, and mentoring staff.

Qualifications

• Active California RVT license is required.
• Minimum 3 years of emergency veterinary hospital experience.
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills.
• Solid technical and communication abilities.
• RECOVER BLS/ALS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Level 2 ER RVT procedures and assist in advanced critical care.
• Monitor patients up to ASA IV and respond to shock or respiratory failure.
• Administer treatments and manage chest tubes, feeding tubes, tracheostomy care.
• Lead CPR, drug administration, and EKG/monitoring setup.
• Oversee complex cases and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Patient handling

Technical skills

Communication skills

CPR/ALS certification

Education

CA RVT license

Tools

CPR/ALS training

Job description

Beacon Veterinary Specialists is a board-certified criticalist led 24/7 Emergency & Specialty Hospital seeking experienced Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVT) to join our Emergency & Critical Care team! Pay: $34.00 – $50.00 base per hour (+ differential if applicable). Schedule: Flexible options including 3x12 and 4x10 weekday only (no recurring weekends required!). Location: Fremont, CA.

Responsibilities

• Level 2 ER RVTs*
  • Perform procedures like chest tube maintenance, placing feeding tubes, and tracheostomy tube maintenance.
  • Monitor patients up to ASA level 4, recognizing and preventing hypo and hyperthermia, and responding to signs of shock and respiratory failure.
  • Administer treatments such as hypertonic saline, lipids/hetastarch, and chemotherapy.
  • Perform advanced procedures like jugular cath/PICC line placement and complicated cystocentesis.
  • Lead CPR drug administration, compressions, and set up EKG/monitoring.
  • Engage in aggressive animal handling and provide care for spinal cases and patients on pressors.
• Level 3 ER RVTs*
  • Manage complex medical cases such as ASA 4 or higher anesthesia, TIVA for surgeries, and use of ventilators.
  • Oversee critical care situations, including CPR leadership and advanced emergency response.
  • Supervise and mentor junior staff, leading by example in patient care and technical procedures.
  • Engage in complex patient care scenarios, including insulin CRI monitoring and handling epileptic cases.
  • Ensure compliance with hospital policies and contribute to the continuous improvement of veterinary practices.

*Internal leveling is determined based on experience and an on-site interview at the discretion of our clinical management team.

Qualifications

• Active California RVT license
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an emergency veterinary hospital
• Skilled in patient handling and restraint
• Strong technical and communication skills
• RECOVER BLS/ALS certification (preferred)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off
• CE allowance + license reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Pet discounts + employee pet insurance
• Relocation assistance (for qualified candidates)

Beacon Veterinary Specialists is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Compensation is dependent upon the department, shift, skill level, and relevant experience.