Description
REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN - EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Signing Bonus to Qualified Applicants!!
Are you ready to bring your skills to a hospital where they truly matter, and continue growing every day? Do you want to work for an employer that supports staff, will invest in your professional development, and values continuing education? If you are passionate about elevating the patient and client experience, we would love to meet you.
About Us
North Peninsula Veterinary Emergency Clinic (NPVEC) is a 24-hour, 7 day-a-week veterinary emergency hospital serving the San Mateo and San Francisco areas for over 50 years. We are a dynamic, progressive emergency practice providing high-quality emergency and urgent care services to companion animals.
Our collaborative team includes experienced DVMs (many with 15+ years at our hospital), seasoned RVTs, and access to services including endoscopy, neurology, and surgical specialty. We pride ourselves on teamwork, clinical excellence, and strong relationships with referring veterinarians throughout the region.
What You Can Expect
· Comprehensive orientation and workflow training
· Mentorship from highly experienced RVTs and DVMs
· A cohesive, supportive team environment
· Competitive pay (commensurate with experience)
· Benefits package including 401(k)
· Continuing education support
Position Overview
We are seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with:
· Current RVT certification (or equivalent training and eligibility for certification)
· Minimum one year of RVT experience (emergency experience preferred)
· Strong teamwork and communication skills
This is a full-time swing shift position (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM), four to five days per week, with some scheduling flexibility.
Required Skills & Competencies
The ideal candidate is confident, proactive, and thrives in a fast-paced emergency environment.
Clinical & Technical Skills
· IV catheter placement in emergent patients
· Venipuncture from accessible vessels
· Ability to calculate: drug dose, IV fluid rates, CRIs, and fluid additives
· Anesthesia induction, intubation, and monitoring (if RVT certified)
· Radiology proficiency
· Triage and prioritization of emergent vs. non-emergent cases
· Recognition of critical patients requiring immediate intervention
· CPR preparation and intervention
· Rapid setup for procedures including:
o Anesthesia induction
o Feline urethral obstruction
o CPR
· Immediate emergency response support (oxygen support, monitoring setup, ultrasound preparation)
· In-house patient care management
· Sampling catheter placement (a plus — we will train if needed)
Professional Skills
· Excellent verbal and written communication
· Ability to manage workflow during shift
· Strong leadership and decision-making skills
· Attention to detail and accuracy
· Exceptional animal handling skills, including fractious or fearful patients
· Ability to read and assess animal body language
· Ability to anticipate doctor and team needs
· Strong multitasking ability in high-pressure situations
Physical Requirements
This is a physically demanding emergency position. Candidates must be able to:
· Lift 40 pounds unaided
· Assist with patients up to 120 pounds
· Frequently stand, walk, run, bend, crouch, reach, push, and pull
We are a growing, progressive hospital that values dedication, skill, and compassion. If you are ready to advance your emergency career in a collaborative and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.
Job Type: Full-Time Pay: $ 35 - 40 per hour and/or DOE
We look forward to welcoming you to our team.