Registered Veterinary Technician, ECC

Registered Veterinary Technician - Emergency and Critical Care

Join our exceptional team at Veterinary Specialty Hospital of San Diego - North County. We welcome skilled, experienced veterinary technicians to our Emergency and Critical Care team, working alongside top Emergency Doctors and Critical Care Specialists in a dynamic, collaborative workplace dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets and their owners.

• Shifts Available: 3 x 12-hour or 4 x 10-hour shifts
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT): $30-35/hour
• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS): $35 - $45/hour

• Fun & Engaging Culture:
  Annual holiday parties, monthly birthday celebrations, employee appreciation posts, and more!
• Professional Growth:
  Access to Vet Bloom online library, Ethos-sponsored scholarships, and collaboration with our VT program.
• Employee Support:
  On-site social worker, dedicated onboarding, and development support from hospital leadership.
• Pet Perks: 75% Employee Pet Discount, pet feeding discount programs, and free annual exams, vaccines, and lab work through our Blood Donor Program.

We believe in continuous learning and professional growth. Our on-site Technician Learning & Development Specialist helps advance through specialized training and continuing education opportunities. Whether looking to explore new roles or deepen expertise, we provide ample support to thrive and grow within our organization.

• Triaging and Managing:
  Welcoming and assisting incoming patients and clients throughout their visit.
• Collaborative Care:
  Partnering with DVMs in patient assessments, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Lab & Imaging Work:
  Obtaining and processing lab samples, and utilizing imaging modalities for patient care.
• Anesthesia Support:
  Executing, monitoring, and recovering sedation and anesthetic events.
• Hospitalized Patient Care:
  Providing compassionate care for hospitalized patients and being comfortable with intensive care cases, including dialysis and total plasma exchange.

• You thrive in a fun, compassionate, and collaborative team environment.
• You're committed to ongoing learning and enhancing your skill set.
• You value building strong relationships with clients and delivering outstanding patient care.
• You have a solid understanding of core veterinary technician skills, including:
  • Venipuncture
  • Placing IV Catheters
  • Drug Calculations
  • Medication Administration (IV or other methods)
  • Taking Vitals
  • Gathering Medical History

• Applicants must be a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in good standing.
• 1+ year of experience as a Veterinary Technician.
• Competency in procedures, surgical preparation, patient monitoring, and client education.
• Physical ability to lift 50 pounds, kneel, bend, and restrain active animals.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• 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.
• Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set.
• Competitive Vet Assistant and RVT CE allowance annually.
• Vet Bloom access:
  Race approved continuing education, training, and curriculum library.
• License application and renewal reimbursement for RVT’s.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.

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.