Veterinary Surgical Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technician for their Surgery Department. This role involves anesthesia monitoring, patient care, and assisting in surgical procedures, requiring 3 years of experience and RVT credentialing. Attractive benefits and a sign-on bonus of $5,000 are included. Join a compassionate team committed to advancing veterinary care.

Benefits

Annual CE allowance for Vet Assistants and RVTs

75% Pet discount

Health and wellness programs

Flexible spending, 401(k), paid time off

Qualifications

• 3 years clinical experience focused on anesthesia required.
• Strong skills in medical record keeping.
• Ability to work collaboratively and maintain a positive attitude under stress.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for anesthesia monitoring and assisting in surgeries.
• Provide excellent client communication and education.
• Advocate for patients and deliver exceptional nursing care.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Proactive Thinking

Anesthesia Knowledge

Client Service

Education

Current or Pending RVT Credentialing

Job description

Veterinary Specialty Hospital (VSH) is looking for a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our surgery department. We are offering a sign-on bonus of $5,000.00 for this position. Learn more about the bonus through our application process.

About Veterinary Specialty Hospital: At VSH, our mission is to advance the veterinary profession through leadership in medicine, education, business, and promoting the human-animal bond. We aim to bring together caring, warm, and intelligent people who love to serve and excel in their field.

About the Job: As a Vet Tech in the Surgery Department, you will be responsible for:

1. Solid technical skills and anesthesia knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently and in a team.
2. Venipuncture; IV catheter placement; medication calculations and administration; digital radiography; patient prep and recovery; anesthesia monitoring for various procedures including endoscopy, CT, soft tissue surgeries, orthopedic surgeries, and laparoscopic procedures.
3. Assisting doctors during patient appointments, providing excellent client communication and education.
4. Performing sterile scrub and assisting doctors during surgical procedures such as abdominal explorations, cruciate repairs, fracture repairs, thoracotomies, and laparoscopic and arthroscopic surgeries.
5. Advocating for patients, providing exceptional comfort, diagnostic, surgical, and nursing care.
6. Knowledge of equipment and materials, their availability, and applications.
7. Ability to work on-call, holidays, weekends, and overtime as needed.

About You:

1. Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in a progressive veterinary hospital with a focus on anesthesia is required.
2. Strong communication skills, organizational skills, proactive thinking, and a positive attitude.
3. Accuracy in calculating and delivering anesthetic agents, fluids, and CRIs.
4. Proficiency in medical record keeping.
5. Understanding of all medical records related to patient care.
6. Experience with anesthetic monitoring is required.
7. Current or pending credentialing in CA as a RVT is REQUIRED.
8. Ability to work collaboratively and develop long-term relationships.
9. Maintain a positive outlook and work well under stress.
10. Deliver exceptional client service is a priority.

Pay Range:

• RVT: $26.00 - $35.00 per hour
• VTS: $38.00 - $50.00 per hour

Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and credentials.

Benefits include:

• Annual CE allowance for Vet Assistants and RVTs
• VetBloom access for continuing education
• License application and renewal reimbursement for RVTs
• Support toward pursuit of VTS
• Health and wellness programs
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• 75% Pet discount
• On-site social worker
• Full-time benefits: health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending, 401(k), paid time off, uniforms

Benefits start the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected categories.

NVA Compassion-First is now Ethos Veterinary Health. Ethos unites a community of ~145 hospitals, experts, and technology committed to advancing animal health and patient outcomes.