Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and sick time

Annual RVT CE allowance and license reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join their Surgery team in San Francisco. The ideal candidate will possess strong anesthesia and surgical nursing skills, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation ranges from $30 to $40 per hour, depending on experience, along with a sign-on bonus and various health benefits including insurance and paid time off. This role plays a critical part in ensuring exceptional patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Strong anesthesia, surgical nursing, and patient care skills.
• Experience in veterinary surgery or specialty practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and surgical suites for procedures.
• Assist surgeons and veterinarians during surgery.
• Administer and monitor anesthesia.
• Perform venipuncture and blood collection.
• Maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Anesthesia administration and monitoring

Technical skills

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Excellent communication

Client service abilities

Education

Active California RVT license

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Surgery

SAGE Veterinary Centers | San Francisco, CA

Compensation & Benefits

• $30–$40/hour DOE
• Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000
• $5.50/hour shift differential for hours worked between 6 PM–6 AM
• Full-time, 4/10 schedule
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Annual RVT CE allowance and license reimbursement
• Paid continuing education and career development
• Uniform reimbursment

SAGE San Francisco is a leading specialty and emergency veterinary hospital dedicated to providing advanced patient care through expertise, compassion, and collaboration. Our team of board-certified specialists and experienced veterinary professionals is committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for pets and their families.

We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our Surgery team. This role is ideal for a technician with strong anesthesia, surgical nursing, and patient care skills who thrives in a fast-paced specialty hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and surgical suites for procedures
• Assist surgeons and veterinarians during surgery
• Administer and monitor anesthesia
• Place IV and urinary catheters; perform venipuncture and blood collection
• Administer medications, including controlled substances
• Perform basic laboratory testing
• Monitor and communicate patient status throughout treatment and recovery
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Support client communication and patient care during examinations
• Participate in on-call and holiday coverage as needed
• Follow OSHA and hospital safety protocols

Qualifications

• Active California RVT license
• Proficiency in anesthesia administration and monitoring
• Strong technical, organizational, and mathematical skills
• Excellent communication and client service abilities
• Experience in veterinary surgery or specialty practice preferred

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.