Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine, $8k Sign-On Bonus

Ethos Veterinary Health; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health’s SAGE Redwood City Internal Medicine team is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician or Senior Veterinary Assistant. You will provide hands-on nursing care, assist with anesthesia, endoscopy, and advanced diagnostics, and support imaging and complex medical cases.

The role offers a four-day, 10-hour shift schedule, with robust benefits and opportunities for career development within Ethos Veterinary Health.

Qualifications

• Experienced veterinary technician with strong hands-on clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on nursing care and monitoring for Internal Medicine patients.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Patient monitoring

Anesthesia monitoring

Animal handling

Medical calculations

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

RVT licensure (preferred)

Tools

Endoscopy equipment

CT imaging access

Fluoroscopy equipment

Diagnostic imaging support

Job description

Veterinary Technician – Internal Medicine

Up to $40.00/hour DOE | $6,000–$8,000 Sign-On Bonus
Full-Time | Four 10-Hour Shifts | 7:30 AM–6:00 PM
SAGE Veterinary Centers | Redwood City, CA
+$5.50/hour Shift Differential for Hours Worked 6:00 PM–6:00 AM

Ready to take your veterinary technical skills into specialty medicine?

Join the Internal Medicine team at SAGE Redwood City and build your experience with advanced diagnostics, anesthesia, endoscopy, CT, fluoroscopy, and the management of complex medical cases—all while working a consistent four-day schedule.

We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Technician or Senior Veterinary Assistant with strong foundational technical skills and an interest in Internal Medicine. You don't need to already know every specialty procedure we perform. We're looking for someone who's ready to bring their experience, keep learning, and grow with our team.

Why Join SAGE Redwood City

Internal Medicine is a great fit for veterinary professionals who love figuring out the "why" behind a patient's symptoms.

You'll work alongside veterinary specialists while gaining exposure to:

• Endoscopy and minimally invasive procedures
• Bronchoscopy, rhinoscopy, and cystoscopy
• CT and fluoroscopy
• Advanced anesthesia
• Complex diagnostic workups
• Chronic disease management
• Hospitalized and outpatient specialty care

You’ll also have access to continuing education, specialty mentorship, and career development opportunities throughout SAGE and Ethos Veterinary Health.

In Your Day-to-Day, You Will

• Provide hands-on nursing care and monitoring for Internal Medicine patients.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, sample collection, and in-house diagnostics.
• Prepare patients and assist with endoscopy and other Internal Medicine procedures.
• Support diagnostic imaging including radiographs, CT, and fluoroscopy.
• Assist with anesthesia preparation, monitoring, and patient recovery.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, CRIs, and prescribed treatments under veterinarian supervision.
• Assist with NG tubes, fluid pumps, and other Internal Medicine patient-care needs.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate important changes to the medical team.
• Maintain accurate patient records and properly clean, sterilize, and maintain equipment.
• Collaborate with Internal Medicine specialists, Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, Emergency, and other Specialty teams.

What You Bring

• Previous veterinary hospital experience with strong hands-on technical skills.
• Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, patient monitoring, and hospitalized patient care.
• Anesthesia and anesthetic-monitoring experience.
• Strong animal handling and patient restraint skills.
• Ability to accurately perform veterinary medical calculations.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• A genuine interest in learning and developing your skills in Internal Medicine and specialty veterinary care.

Internal Medicine experience is preferred, but it doesn't have to be where you started. Experience in Emergency, Surgery, Anesthesia, Specialty, or another fast-paced veterinary environment may translate well to this team.

Current California RVT licensure is preferred but not required for this position.

Compensation & Schedule

• Up to $40.00/hour, based on experience and skill set
• $6,000–$8,000 sign-on bonus
• Full-time
• Four 10-hour shifts
• 7:30 AM–6:00 PM
• $5.50/hour shift differential for eligible hours worked between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Continuing Education allowance
• VetBloom continuing education access
• RVT license application and renewal reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• Employee pet discounts
• Discounted Pumpkin Pet Insurance
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities throughout Ethos Veterinary Health

Location Highlight

Build your specialty career in the heart of the Peninsula. SAGE Redwood City is accessible to veterinary professionals throughout Redwood City, San Carlos, Belmont, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, San Mateo, Foster City, Burlingame, Mountain View, Fremont, Hayward, and surrounding Bay Area communities.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is a network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals committed to advancing veterinary medicine through exceptional patient care, collaboration, education, and innovation.

At SAGE, you'll have the opportunity to learn from experienced veterinary professionals, expand your clinical skills, and build a career in advanced veterinary medicine.

Join Us

If you're an experienced Veterinary Technician or Senior Veterinary Assistant with strong technical skills who wants to learn more about Internal Medicine, anesthesia, endoscopy, advanced diagnostics, and specialty patient care, we'd like to meet you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.