Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician In Internal Medicine

At SAGE San Francisco, we believe pets deserve nothing less than extraordinary care. Our team of experienced, board-certified veterinary professionals works together to deliver life-changing emergency and specialty services for pets and their families. With compassion, innovation, and collaboration at our core, we are proud to play a vital role in supporting our community and advancing veterinary medicine.

As a Veterinary Technician in the Internal Medicine department, some duties you will be responsible for include:

• Provide compassionate care and monitoring for animals admitted to the internal medicine department.
• Assist with a variety of diagnostic procedures including blood work, imaging, and endoscopy.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and wound care treatments under veterinarian supervision.
• Communicate effectively with pet owners, offering guidance on their pet's condition and treatment options.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure equipment is properly maintained and sterilized.
• Assist veterinarians during procedures such as biopsies and aspiration cytology.
• Stay updated on advancements in internal medicine through continuing education.
• Collaborate closely with other veterinary professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Advocate for the well-being of patients, ensuring they receive appropriate care and treatment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic required qualifications:

• High school diploma
• Valid and current Registered Veterinary Technician license in the state of California is highly preferred
• Calm, professional demeanor.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliable time management and problem-solving skills; working efficiently and effectively throughout the hospital.
• Multi-task various duties and responsibilities in a timely and reliable manner, with appropriate follow-through and accuracy.
• Ability to work well independently as well as with a team.
• Consistent and reliable ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug doses, CRIs, client invoices and estimates, and other position-related calculations
• High level of venipuncture skills, math calculations, and patient handling

Preferred qualifications: Experience in Specialty Veterinary Medicine, with a focus on internal medicine.

Benefits:

• Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set.
• CE allowance and license application and renewal reimbursement for RVT's
• Opportunities for growth and financial support and onsite mentorship toward pursuit of VTS
• Health and wellness programs
• We also pay YOU when you hit major career milestones, earn your RVT or your VTS and get a cash bonus!
• Get paid to learn! RACE-approved courses and staff development opportunities for all employees !
• Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, vacation and sick time accrual, and uniforms

Join us at SAGE San Francisco and become part of a team that is making a difference in the lives of animals and their families every day. Apply now to take the next step in your veterinary career! 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.