ICU Registered Veterinary Technicians

World Class Medicine.
Purpose-Driven Partnership.

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals, open 24/7/365 and staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.

At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients’ well-being.

We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships, ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.

About The Role & AVSG

Are you driven by the challenge of caring for critically ill patients and delivering advanced, detail-oriented nursing care? Do you excel in a fast-paced ICU setting where collaboration, precision, and high clinical standards are essential? If you’re ready to take the next step in your ICU career, we’d love to hear from you!

We are seeking experienced Registered Veterinary Technicians to join our Intensive Care Unit. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with Board-Certified Criticalists, Surgeons, Internists, and Emergency Clinicians, supported by a knowledgeable and collaborative team of RVTs and veterinary assistants committed to outstanding patient care.

This position centers on dedicated ICU nursing and continuous monitoring of complex, high-acuity patients, allowing you to fully apply and further develop your critical care skill set.

Core Responsibilities

• Fulfill all responsibilities of a Registered Veterinary Technician with an emphasis on ICU care.

• Provide comprehensive, around-the-clock nursing support to critically hospitalized patients.

• Monitor, trend, and accurately document vital signs, patient condition, and treatment responses.

• Recognize subtle changes in patient status and promptly communicate findings to the medical team.

• Deliver advanced nursing care for patients requiring oxygen therapy, transfusions, CRIs, and intensive monitoring.

• Perform anesthetic monitoring for emergent, high-risk, and ICU-level procedures.

• Assist with diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for critical patients across specialty services.

• Obtain and process diagnostic samples, including:

• Venipuncture, arterial blood gases, cystocentesis, urinary catheter sampling

• Blood typing, crossmatching, and slide agglutination

• Carry out advanced ICU/ECC procedures, including:

• Placement and maintenance of central and PICC lines

• Nasal oxygen cannula placement and oxygen cage management

• Administration and monitoring of blood transfusions

• Calculation, setup, and troubleshooting of CRIs

• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records and ICU flow sheets.

• Communicate with clients professionally and compassionately regarding hospitalized patients.

• Uphold AVSG/VSSOC standards with professionalism, empathy, and courtesy at all times.

Job Requirements

• Active California RVT license or ability to transfer from out of state

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an RVT

• ER and/or ICU experience preferred but not required

• Confident managing critical, unstable, and ASA III+ patients

• Strong technical proficiency with the ability to multitask in a high-acuity environment

• Ability to safely lift up to 50 lbs and assist with team lifting for larger patients

• Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills

Compensation

• $27.00 – $34.00 per hour, dependent on experience

• Shift differentials:

• $4.00/hr for swing shift

• $6.00/hr for overnight shifts

• $8.00/hr for weekend shifts

Schedule Options

• Day shifts available

• Scheduling options include:

• Three 12-hour shifts

• Four 10-hour shifts

Employee Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options

• 401(k) with company match

• Employer-paid basic life insurance with optional add-on policies

• Paid time off and sick pay

• Employee discounts and insurance perks

• Employee referral bonus program

• Mental health support through Talkspace

• Uniform allowance

• Continuing education support for licensed staff

• Career development and advancement opportunities within specialty departments

Location: 2965 Edinger Avenue, Tustin, CA 92780

Base Pay
$27—$34 USD

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.

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