Ethos Veterinary Health · 3 months ago
Registered Veterinary Technician, Critical Care
Concord, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$30/hr - $40/hr
2+ years expEthos Veterinary Health is a network of specialty and emergency hospitals dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care. They are seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join their Critical Care Unit, where the role involves monitoring patient vital signs, administering treatments, and collaborating with veterinary professionals to ensure high-quality patient care.
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Responsibilities
Monitor vital signs (heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, blood pressure, oxygen saturation)
Administer and adjust oxygen therapy (oxygen cage, nasal cannula, etc.)
Assess and manage patient pain and comfort
Turn, reposition, and provide supportive care to recumbent or post-surgical patients
Place and maintain IV catheters, central lines, and urinary catheters
Collect blood samples (jugular, cephalic, saphenous, arterial)
Administer IV fluids, medications, and continuous rate infusions (CRIs)
Perform and interpret point-of-care diagnostics (blood gas, lactate, i-STAT)
Respond to emergencies and participate in CPR
Assist with emergency procedures (thoracocentesis, pericardiocentesis)
Triage incoming patients and communicate condition severity
Collaborate with criticalists, ER doctors, and the veterinary team
Prepare for and assist with diagnostic imaging (radiographs, ultrasound, CT/MRI)
Run and interpret in-house laboratory tests (CBC, chemistry, coag panels)
Collect and process lab samples (urine, feces, cytology, cultures)
Maintain accurate and timely medical records and treatment sheets
Communicate patient status updates to doctors and support staff
Update clients on patient condition as directed by DVMs
Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical recovery in critical cases
Keep patients clean, dry, and comfortable
Provide enrichment for long-term or neurologically impaired patients
Advocate for patient pain management and quality of life
Stock and maintain emergency supplies and equipment (crash carts, ventilators, syringe pumps)
Maintain cleanliness and biosecurity in the CCU
Demonstrate calmness under pressure and emotional resilience
Apply strong critical thinking and multitasking skills
Collaborate effectively with team members
Show compassion and empathy toward patients and clients
Qualification
Required
High school diploma
Valid CA RVT license required
At least 2+ years of clinical experience, preferably in a CCU setting
Strong interpersonal skills
Consistent and reliable ability to perform mathematical calculations for drug doses, CRIs, client invoices and estimates, and other position-related calculations
High level of venipuncture skills, math calculations, and patient handling
Benefits
Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set.
Competitive Vet Assistant and RVT CE allowance annually
License application and renewal reimbursement for RVT’s
Financial support and onsite mentorship toward pursuit of VTS
Health and wellness programs
Opportunities for growth and advancement
We also pay YOU when you hit major career milestones, earn your RVT or your VTS and get a cash bonus!
In-house RACE-approved courses and staff development opportunities for all employees!
Get paid to learn! We’ll cover eligible expenses for continuing education and coursework!
Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, vacation and sick time accrual, and uniforms
Company
Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos is a veterinary health company with hospitals that provide advanced veterinary medical services.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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unknown2021-08-16Acquired
Leadership Team
Patrick Welch
Executive Leadership Team Member
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