Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Up to $40.00/hour (DOE) + $5.50/hour Shift Differential (6:00 PM–6:00 AM)
Up to $7,000 Sign-On Bonus
Full-time opportunity in San Francisco, California
Schedule: Full-time | Four 10-hour shifts

Build your emergency nursing career at SAGE San Francisco, one of Northern California's premier specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals. As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you'll provide advanced nursing care for critically ill and injured patients while working alongside board-certified specialists, emergency clinicians, and a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

Why Join SAGE San Francisco

At SAGE San Francisco, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll work in a fast-paced specialty hospital where innovation, collaboration, and compassionate medicine come together to provide exceptional emergency care. Our Emergency & Critical Care team manages a diverse caseload utilizing advanced diagnostics, cutting-edge technology, and evidence-based medicine, giving you the opportunity to continually expand your technical and clinical skills.

Whether you're an experienced RVT or an accomplished Veterinary Assistant, you'll find mentorship, continuing education, and opportunities for long-term career growth.

In Your Day-to-Day, You Will

• Triage emergency patients and prioritize care based on medical urgency.
• Monitor critically ill, unstable, and fractious patients.
• Administer medications, oxygen therapy, IV fluids, CRIs, and other treatments.
• Place and maintain intravenous, central, and urinary catheters.
• Perform diagnostic procedures including bloodwork, radiographs, ultrasound, CT, and MRI support.
• Assist with emergency procedures such as CPR, thoracocentesis, and pericardiocentesis.
• Monitor post-surgical and hospitalized patients while providing exceptional nursing care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate effectively with veterinarians and pet owners.
• Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are clean, stocked, and ready for use.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

What You Bring

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of three years of veterinary clinical experience; specialty or emergency experience preferred.
• Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 60 days of hire or transfer (not required for licensed RVTs).
• Strong mathematical skills for calculating drug dosages, CRIs, client estimates, and invoices.
• Excellent patient handling, communication, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to remain calm and work efficiently in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

• Competitive compensation, up to $7,000 RVT sign-on bonus ($5,000 for eligible Senior Veterinary Assistants), and $5.50/hour overnight shift differential
• 401(k) with employer contribution, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), paid vacation, and sick leave
• Annual RVT CE allowance, VetBloom RACE-approved continuing education, monthly in-house CE, license reimbursement, financial support, and onsite mentorship toward VTS certification
• Career milestone bonuses for earning your RVT or VTS
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), uniforms provided, and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Career advancement opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health

Location Highlight

Located in the heart of San Francisco, SAGE offers the opportunity to practice advanced emergency and specialty medicine while enjoying one of the country's most vibrant cities. From world-class dining and entertainment to beautiful parks and waterfront views, San Francisco provides an exceptional place to build your career and enjoy life outside of work.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of more than 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job—it's an opportunity to make a lifesaving impact while building your emergency nursing career alongside one of California's leading specialty and emergency teams. If you're passionate about exceptional patient care, collaboration, and continuous learning, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become an essential part of the SAGE San Francisco team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.