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Veterinary Surgery Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health Salary
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/18/2025

Veterinary Specialty Hospital (VSH) is looking for a full-time Veterinary Technician to join our surgery department.  We are thrilled to offer a sign-on bonus of $2500.00 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 our leadership in medicine, education, business and promotion of the human-animal bond. We strive to bring together caring, warm and intelligent people who love to serve and help and are among the best in their field.

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

Solid technical skills and anesthesia knowledge base, sound judgment, and the ability to function both independently and with a team are required

Venipuncture; IV catheter placement; medication calculations and administration; digital radiography; patient prep and recovery; anesthesia monitoring for a variety of anesthetized procedures including endoscopy, CT, soft tissue surgeries, orthopedic surgeries and laparoscopic procedures.

Assisting doctors during patient appointments, providing outstanding client communication and education

Performing sterile scrub and assist doctors throughout surgical procedures including abdominal explores, cruciate repairs, fracture repairs, thoracotomies, and both laparoscopic and arthroscopic surgeries.

Advocating for the patient, providing exceptional comfort, diagnostic, surgical, and nursing care to all patients

Knowledge of the equipment and materials used and their availability and applications

Ability to work on-calls, holidays / weekends, and OT as needed

About You :

Minimum 2-3 years’ clinical experience in a progressive veterinary hospital with a focus on anesthesia a must

Strong communication skills, verbal and written; organizational skills; proactive thinking and a positive attitude are also a must

Accuracy in calculating and delivering anesthetic agents, fluids, and CRIs

Proficiency in record keeping related to medical procedures including daily treatments administered, patient status, procedures completed, supplies used, and anesthetic records

Review and understanding of all medical records pertinent to patient care

Comprehensive understanding and experience with anesthetic monitoring is required

Current or pending credentialing in CA as a RVT IS REQUIRED!

Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and a commitment to developing long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required

Maintain a positive outlook and ability to work well in stressful situations

The ability to deliver exceptional client service is a priority.

The pay range

RVT :   $26.00- $35.00 per hour

VTS :   $38.00 - $50.00 per hour

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

Benefits :

Partnership with Purdue VT program / scholarships

Competitive Vet Assistant and RVT CE allowance annually

VetBloom access : Race approved continuing education, training and curriculum library

License application and renewal reimbursement for RVT’s

Financial support and onsite mentorship toward pursuit of VTS

Health and wellness programs including access to League wellness app

Opportunities for growth and advancement

75% Employee Pet discount

On-site social worker

Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniforms

Benefits available 1st of the month following 30 days.

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 on the basis of qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

NVA Compassion-First is now Ethos Veterinary Health

We are excited to announce Ethos Veterinary Health as our new name. Ethos is the new, industry-leading community of legacy Ethos Veterinary Health, Compassion-First Pet Hospitals, SAGE Veterinary Centers, and legacy NVA Specialty and Emergency hospitals. This powerful new community brings together a dynamic network of ~145 hospitals, an unmatched team of experts, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering commitment to the advancement of the animal health profession and better patient outcomes.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

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