Veterinary Technician - Emergency & ICU

Veritas Veterinary Partners; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan options

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus of up to $6,000

Mental health support

Job summary

Veritas Veterinary Partners seeks a Veterinary Technician – Emergency & ICU in San Rafael, California. In this role, you're responsible for patient care tasks such as administering medications and assisting in surgeries, all while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

The position offers competitive pay rates between $35.00 – $45.00 per hour, and supports continuous education and mental health initiatives. Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in veterinary medicine.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience required.
• Comprehensive understanding of anesthetic monitoring.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a wide variety of patient care tasks.
• Set up CRIs and calculate medical math.
• Prepare and administer blood and plasma transfusions.

Skills

Patient restraint

Administering medications

IV catheter placement

Phlebotomy

Anesthetic monitoring

Excellent communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (RVT) preferred

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, open 24/7/365 and 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 specialize 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.

Veterinary Technician – Emergency & ICU

About PESCM

PESCM, located in San Rafael, is the only 24/7 veterinary hospital in Marin offering specialties in Internal Medicine, Oncology, 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, service, communication, and ourselves.

Why PESCM

We are not your typical veterinary hospital. PESCM is led by managers who have been with the hospital for a decade or more—all promoted from within. As former nurses and client service professionals, we understand what employees need because we’ve been there ourselves. We believe the key to combating compassion fatigue is taking care of one another. We are committed to providing a nurturing yet professional environment that supports your growth and success, offering:

• Regular time off
• Competitive pay
• A supportive, collaborative team culture

Responsibilities

Veterinary Technicians at PESCM are responsible for a wide variety of patient care and customer service tasks. In addition to core veterinary technician skills such as patient restraint, administering medications, IV catheter placement, and phlebotomy, Emergency Department technicians will:

• Set up CRIs and calculate medical math
• Place indwelling urinary catheters
• Prepare and administer blood and plasma transfusions
• Assist in surgeries and other sedated procedures
• Maintain accurate treatment sheets
• Take radiographs (out of the room) and obtain, prepare, and submit blood samples for diagnostic testing
• Operate mechanical ventilators for anesthesia
• Provide client education on a wide range of at‑home care needs

About You

• RVT preferred; minimum of 2 years of experience required
• Comprehensive understanding of anesthetic monitoring
• Proficiency in processing basic laboratory specimensWorking knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Understanding of normal vs. abnormal physiologic ranges
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment
• Commitment to developing long‑term relationships with colleagues, clients, and the community
• Positive outlook and strong teamwork skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Dedication to delivering exceptional client service
• Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun

Compensation

Pay Range

• $35.00 – $45.00 per hour, this range includes applicable shift differentials.

Shift Differentials

• $3.00/hour for weekend shifts
• $4.00/hour for overnight shifts
• Weekend and overnight differentials stack when applicable

Sign‑On Bonus

• $3,000 for day and swing Credentialed Veterinary Technicians
• $6,000 for overnight Credentialed Veterinary Technicians

Schedule Options

• Monday through Thursday, 2:00 PM – 12:30 AM
• Sunday through Tuesday, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Tuesday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Highly competitive salary based on experience
• Mental health support with Talkspace
• Continuing education support with CE allowance and PTO
• Reimbursement for membership and licensure fees
• 401(k) retirement plan options with company match
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance (some plans paid up to 100%)
• Basic life insurance plus optional voluntary insurance for full‑time team members
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for full‑time team members
• Paid time off—and encouragement to use it
• Double pay for holidays
• In‑house fun committee

Base Pay

$35 - $45 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.