Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine
Ethos Veterinary Health·Sacramento County, California
Ethos Veterinary Health·Sacramento County, California
Provide primary support to the Internist in diagnosing and managing complex inpatients and outpatients. Perform critical tasks including triage, laboratory processing, diagnostic imaging, and anesthetic monitoring.
Vista Veterinary Specialists is looking for a Internal Medicine Technician to join our team on a part-time basis.
Our 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital has recently relocated to a newly expanded 17,300-square-foot medical facility, designed to support advanced specialty and critical care medicine. The hospital now includes five fully equipped operating rooms, a new on-site CT scanner, and dedicated Intensive Care (ICU) and Intermediate Care (ICW) units to accommodate a high-acuity caseload.
We provide comprehensive specialty services in emergency and critical care, internal medicine, radiology, and cardiology, supported by a collaborative, multi-disciplinary medical team. Our hospital is equipped with a full in-house laboratory, digital radiography, ultrasonography, on-site CT, and endoscopy, enabling efficient diagnostics, advanced case management, and continuity of care.
The IM Veterinary Technician serves as the primary support to the Internist and plays a vital role in patient care. Internal Medicine Technicians must value the highest standards in quality of care while also respecting the personal limitations that may impact the decisions made by our clients. Candidates should know and be able to perform and teach all tasks covered in: the kennel assistant, veterinary assistant, and general practice veterinary technician.
Assist Internal Medicine veterinarians in the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of inpatients and outpatients with complex, chronic, and multi-system medical conditions.
Perform patient triage, including assessment of clinical status, collection of comprehensive medical histories, and active participation in the development and implementation of individualized patient care plans.
Recognize potentially contagious and/or zoonotic diseases and strictly follow established isolation, infection control, and hospital safety protocols.
Collect, prepare, and process laboratory samples in accordance with hospital protocols to support timely and accurate diagnostic evaluation.
Ensure accurate, detailed, and timely medical documentation, including patient vitals, treatments performed, medications administered, and diagnostic tests ordered and completed.
Perform and/or assist with diagnostic imaging, including radiography and CT imaging, encompassing patient preparation, positioning, monitoring, and post-procedure care.
Provide endoscopy support, including equipment setup, patient preparation, procedural assistance, sample handling, and post-procedural recovery and care.
Perform and assist with anesthetic procedures, including patient preparation, induction, monitoring, and recovery, with close attention to patient safety and physiologic stability.
Deliver clear, compassionate client education regarding diagnostics, treatment plans, procedures, and at-home care instructions to promote understanding and compliance.
Strong knowledge of veterinary medical practices, procedures, and terminology, including disease states, common clinical presentations, and standard treatment and isolation protocols.
Demonstrated proficiency in the operation and monitoring of patient monitoring systems, in-house laboratory equipment, radiographic imaging, and anesthetic equipment; training on endoscopy support and CT imaging will be provided.
Ability to accurately perform medical and mathematical calculations, including drug dosages, continuous rate infusions (CRIs), client estimates and invoices, and other position-related calculations.
Self-motivated professional who takes initiative, works efficiently and proactively, anticipates patient and team needs, and follows cases through to completion.
Collaborative, team-oriented individual who thrives in a multidisciplinary environment and communicates effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and support staff.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
Ability to maintain professional composure, adaptability, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced, high-performance clinical environment with evolving priorities.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including walking and standing for up to 10 hours per day, sitting, reaching with arms and hands, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license required.
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.
Must be a licensed Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with strong knowledge of veterinary medical practices and terminology. Requires the ability to handle physical demands and perform complex medical calculations.
Market context
California veterinary internal medicine roles are often competitive because clinics need technicians who can support advanced diagnostics, monitor complex cases, and work confidently with specialized equipment. An RVT license is required here, and candidates with strong hands-on medical skills and experience in veterinary practice standards are typically well positioned. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your RVT status and recent internal medicine experience before applying.
