What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary RVT, Surgery position at Ethos Veterinary Health?
Registered Veterinary Technician – Surgery - Redwood City
Up to $40/hr. possible Sign-On Bonus if moved to Full Time
$5.50/hr. differential paid for any hours worked between 6pm - 6am
Who we are:
At SAGE Redwood City, we deliver compassionate, comprehensive veterinary care tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. Our team is dedicated to utilizing state-of-the-art technology and evidence-based treatments to provide the highest quality of medical care for your pet. Alongside our extensive range of specialties—including anesthesiology, cardiology, critical care, dentistry, emergency services, integrative medicine, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, physical rehabilitation, radioactive iodine therapy, surgery, and urgent care—we emphasize a collaborative approach. Our specialists work closely with the communities primary veterinarians to ensure that our patients receive seamless, personalized care throughout their treatment journey with us.
About the role: As a Surgery Technician, your responsibilities will include:
- Preoperative Care: Prepare surgical suites, sterilize instruments, assist with patient prep.
- Anesthesia: Administer, monitor, and adjust anesthesia.
- Surgical Assistance: Supply instruments, maintain aseptic technique.
- Postoperative Care: Monitor recovery, provide meds, maintain records.
- Radiography: Take/process X-rays.
- Equipment Maintenance: Clean and sterilize instruments.
- Client Communication: Explain postoperative care.
- Emergency Response: Assist in emergency surgeries.
Who You Are: Seeking reliable, team-centric candidates with:
- High school diploma
- Active CA-RVT license
- Clinical surgery experience
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to calculate drug doses, CRIs, and estimates
- Must obtain CA Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit within 60 days
Basic Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma
- Clinical experience in veterinary surgery required
- Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interface with staff and clients using tact, patience, professional courtesy, and exhibit confidentiality and discretion where appropriate
- Consistent and reliable ability to monitor anesthesia, perform mathematical calculations for drug doses, CRIs, client invoices and estimates, and other position-related calculations
- Maintain the California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP); must obtain within 60-days of hire or transfer into this role; (this requirement is waived if incumbent holds a valid CA-RVT license.
Work Schedule:
- Full-Time
- 4/10' s with occasional weekend day
Benefits (If moved to Full Time):
- Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, vacation and sick time accrued, and uniforms
- Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set.
- 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
- Health and wellness programs including access to League wellness app and on onsite Veterinary Social Worker
- Opportunities for growth and advancement
- Monthly RACE-approved courses and staff development opportunities for all employees!
- Get paid to learn! We’ll cover eligible expenses for continuing education and coursework!
- We also pay YOU when you hit major career milestones, earn your RVT or your VTS and get a cash bonus!
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.
Salary : $6 - $40