Registered Veterinary Technician, Critical Care in Concord, California at Ethos Veterinary Health

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Critical Care / CCU
SAGE Veterinary Centers – Concord

Pay: $30–$40/hour (based on experience)
Differentials: $5.50/hr for any hours worked between 6pm-6am
Schedule: Full-Time | Wednesday–Saturday | 2:30 PM–1:00 AM

Join the Critical Care Unit (CCU) team at SAGE Concord, the largest specialty and emergency veterinary hospital in the East Bay. Our state-of-the-art facility offers advanced Emergency, Critical Care, Surgery, Neurology, Oncology, Cardiology, Internal Medicine, and more.

We are seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with a strong background in emergency or critical care veterinary medicine who thrives in a fast-paced specialty environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient vitals, oxygen therapy, pain management, and recovery
• Place and maintain IV catheters, central lines, and urinary catheters
• Administer IV fluids, medications, and CRIs
• Perform blood draws, laboratory testing, and point-of-care diagnostics
• Assist with emergency procedures, CPR, anesthesia monitoring, and surgical recovery
• Triage emergency patients and collaborate with veterinarians and specialty teams
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate patient updates
• Support patient comfort, cleanliness, and quality of care
• Maintain CCU equipment, crash carts, and treatment areas

Qualifications

• Active California RVT license required
• Minimum 2 years of veterinary technician experience preferred, ideally in ER or CCU
• Strong venipuncture, patient handling, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to calculate drug dosages, CRIs, estimates, and invoices accurately
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Must be available for the posted Wednesday–Saturday schedule

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k), paid time off, and Employee Assistance Program
• CE allowance and RACE-approved continuing education
• RVT license reimbursement and VTS mentorship support
• Career milestone and certification bonuses
• Advancement opportunities within a growing specialty hospital network

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

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. PM19