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Veterinary Technician, Emergency and Internal Medicine

Ethos Veterinary Health·Irvine, California

$26 - $30/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs
·Posted 15 days ago
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About the role

Provide high-quality nursing care for emergency and internal medicine patients, including triage, stabilization, and critical care monitoring. Support advanced procedural diagnostics such as endoscopy and manage anesthesia for specialty patients.

Location

  • Pacific
  • Care
  • Pet
  • Emergency &
  • Specialty (PCPES),
  • California
  • Schedule: Full-Time, 4 10-hour shifts, days flexible $26–$32/hour (based on experience) Looking for a Veterinary Technician opportunity where you can expand your skills in Emergency and Internal Medicine while working alongside a collaborative specialty team? Join Pacific Care Pet Emergency & Specialty (PCPES) you can work across our Emergency and Internal Medicine departments. This unique role offers the opportunity to utilize advanced anesthesia, emergency nursing, venipuncture, diagnostic, and procedural skills while providing exceptional care to critically ill and specialty patients. Pay & Benefits Compensation $26–$32/hour based on experience, skills, and credentials Full-Time Benefits Include Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) Paid Time Off Continuing Education Opportunities Career Growth & Specialty Training Supportive, Collaborative Team Environment Schedule Full-Time, 4 10-hour shifts, days flexible Opportunity to support both Emergency and Internal Medicine services Flexible scheduling based on hospital needs What You'll Do As a Registered Veterinary Technician, you'll provide exceptional nursing care for emergency and specialty patients while supporting advanced Internal Medicine procedures and diagnostics.
  • Responsibilities include: Emergency Patient Care Triage and assess incoming emergency patients Assist with emergency treatments, CPR, wound care, and stabilization Monitor hospitalized patients and respond to changes in patient condition Perform laboratory testing, blood collection, urinalysis, and diagnostic imaging support Administer medications and intravenous fluids Assist with emergency surgeries and anesthesia Provide compassionate client communication and discharge instructions Internal Medicine & Procedural Support Monitor anesthesia during Internal Medicine procedures Assist with endoscopy and advanced scope procedures Prepare and maintain anesthesia and procedural equipment Monitor anesthetic depth, vital signs, and patient recovery Assist veterinarians with advanced diagnostics and treatments Maintain detailed medical records and anesthesia logs General Responsibilities Perform excellent venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement Maintain accurate patient records Stock and organize treatment areas Maintain a clean and safe hospital environment Float between Emergency and Internal Medicine as patient needs require Collaborate closely with veterinarians and fellow technicians to provide exceptional patient care Required Qualifications Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license Minimum 1–2 years of veterinary technician experience in emergency, specialty, or general practice Experience monitoring anesthesia and anesthetic recovery Excellent venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement skills Strong patient assessment and critical thinking abilities Ability to multitask in a fast-paced emergency and specialty environment Comfortable floating between Emergency and Internal Medicine departments Strong communication and teamwork skills Commitment to compassionate, high-quality patient care

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Emergency and/or Internal Medicine Experience assisting with endoscopy or other scope procedures Advanced anesthesia monitoring experience Experience working in a specialty or referral hospital Passion for continued learning and professional development About Pacific Care Pet Emergency & Specialty Pacific Care Pet Emergency & Specialty (PCPES) is a state-of-the-art emergency and specialty veterinary hospital committed to providing exceptional patient care through collaboration, innovation, and compassion. Our hospital features advanced technology and specialty services, including: 24/7 Emergency & Critical Care Internal Medicine Surgery Intensive Care Unit (ICU) CT Imaging Ultrasound Advanced Endoscopy & Scope Procedures Modern Surgical Suites Our collaborative team partners closely with referring veterinarians to provide comprehensive specialty care while fostering an environment where veterinary professionals can continue to learn, grow, and advance their careers. Why Join PCPES? At Pacific Care Pet Emergency & Specialty, you'll have the opportunity to work at the top of your license while expanding your technical skills across multiple specialty disciplines. You'll enjoy: Exposure to advanced Emergency and Internal Medicine cases Daily use of anesthesia and procedural nursing skills Collaborative mentorship from experienced specialists Continuing education and professional development opportunities Modern equipment and advanced specialty medicine A supportive team committed to exceptional patient care Join Our Team If you're a compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician looking to grow your career in Emergency and Internal Medicine, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join Pacific Care Pet Emergency & Specialty and become part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional veterinary medicine. Equal Opportunity Employer 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

Requirements

Must be a current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with 1-2 years of experience in emergency, specialty, or general practice. Proficiency in anesthesia monitoring and intravenous catheter placement is required.

  • professional certificate
  • Patient Assessment
  • CPR
  • Wound Care
  • Critical Thinking
  • Triage
  • Venipuncture
  • Laboratory Testing
  • Client Communication
  • Endoscopy
  • Internal Medicine
  • Urinalysis
  • Anesthesia Monitoring
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Medical Record Maintenance
  • Intravenous Catheter Placement
  • Emergency Nursing

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Continuing Education Opportunities
  • Career Growth & Specialty Training

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$26 - $30/hr
Location
Irvine, California
Posted
Jul 13, 2026
Closes
Oct 11, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Ethos Veterinary Health

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...

Salary listed on 606 jobs
IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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