Veterinary Technician OVERNIGHT ICU

• Veterinary Specialty Hospital (VSH) Sorrento Valley is looking for full-time Veterinary Technicians to join our overnight ICU Critical Care team. $1500 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE - LEARN DETAILS THROUGH THE APPLICATION PROCESS About Veterinary Specialty Hospital: As the only VECCS Level I Trauma Center in San Diego County, our ECC department is committed to caring for the veterinary trauma patient and is equipped to expertly manage all types of traumatic injuries in our state-of-the-art facility.
• Our ECC nursing staff are an integral part of providing this level of care.
• Experience working in an environment that encourages collaboration and growth alongside our 3 board certified criticalists, ECC residents, and experienced ER clinicians.
• These resources allow for an environment of continual learning and advanced skill development for all the members of our ECC team at VSH.
• About the Job: As a Vet Tech in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) you will be responsible for: Collecting samples, placing IV catheters, prepare IV fluids and additives, obtain arterial blood gas samples Calculating and administering medication, fluid additives, CRI's Obtaining and reporting vitals, monitoring telemetry, monitor oxygen dependent patients Placement and maintenance of nasogastric tube, nasal cannula, central venous catheters Must be able to prioritize patient hourly treatments and delegate tasks.
• Triage critical patients, recognize changes in patient status and report to doctor, educate/update owners on patient status, discharge patients from the hospital.
• Shift Info: Overnight: 3/12-hour shifts; Nights TBD.
• Wage Scale: RVT: $26 - $38/hr VTS: $35 - $46/hr About You: Minimum of 3 year of experience working in a veterinary hospital setting required.
• 2 years ECC experience required.
• RVT preferred Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community is required.
• Positive outlook and ability to work well in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set Partnership with Purdue VT program/scholarships Competitive RVT and VTS CE allowance annually VetBloom access: Race approved continuing education, training and curriculum library License application and renewal reimbursement for RVT’s Financial support and onsite mentorship toward pursuit of VTS Opportunities for growth and advancement 75% Employee Pet discount Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniforms Health benefits available the first of the month following 30 days On-Site Social Worker 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 on the basis of qualifications, competence, merit, and business need. NVA Compassion-First is now Ethos Veterinary Health