Veterinary Services

Registered Veterinary Technician - Emergency & Critical Care

Tustin, CAOnsiteFull Time$30,000–$45,000 /yrPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

RVT license
California RVT license
Emergency & Critical Care
ICU
high-acuity patients
Oxygen therapy
Blood transfusions
CRIs
Intensive monitoring
Anesthetic monitoring

Nice to have

VTS
Surgeons
Internists
Emergency Clinicians
Internal Medicine
Surgery

Role summary

AVSG/VSSOC is seeking experienced Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) for their Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) / Intensive Care Unit (ICU) team in Tustin, CA. This role focuses on providing 24/7 advanced nursing care for critically ill and emergency patients, including monitoring, advanced procedures, and diagnostic sample collection. The position requires an active California RVT license and a minimum of 2 years of RVT experience, with ER/ICU experience strongly preferred. Candidates should be confident managing high-acuity patients and possess excellent technical, communication, and teamwork skills. Compensation ranges from $30-$45 per hour, with potential for VTS hires to receive a sign-on bonus.

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 are 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.

Location: 2965 Edinger Avenue, Tustin, CA 92780

Are you driven by the challenge of caring for critically ill patients and delivering advanced, detail‑oriented nursing care? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced Emergency & ICU environment where collaboration, precision, and high clinical standards are essential?

AVSG/VSSOC is growing, and we are excited to welcome experienced Registered Veterinary Technicians to our Emergency & Critical Care / Intensive Care Unit team. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside Board‑Certified Criticalists, Surgeons, Internists, and Emergency Clinicians, supported by a highly skilled, collaborative team of RVTs and veterinary assistants dedicated to outstanding patient care.

This position centers on dedicated ICU and emergency nursing, high‑acuity patient management, and continuous monitoring, while offering opportunities to cross‑train in Internal Medicine and Surgery and further advance your clinical expertise.

Core Responsibilities

Fulfill RVT responsibilities with an emphasis on Emergency and ICU care

Provide 24/7 nursing care for critically hospitalized and emergency patients

Perform triage and ICU nursing for unstable, high-acuity cases

Monitor and document vital signs, patient condition, and treatment response

Recognize subtle status changes and promptly relay findings to clinicians

Deliver advanced care for patients needing:

Oxygen therapy (nasal cannula, oxygen cages)

Blood transfusions

CRIs

Intensive monitoring and support

Perform anesthetic monitoring for routine, emergent, high-risk, and ICU cases

Assist with diagnostics and procedures across ECC, Surgery, and Internal Medicine

Obtain and process diagnostic samples, including:

Venipuncture and arterial blood gases

Cystocentesis and urinary catheter sampling

Blood typing, crossmatching, and slide agglutination

Perform advanced ECC/ICU procedures, including:

Central/PICC line placement and maintenance

Nasal oxygen cannula placement

Transfusion administration and monitoring

CRI calculation, setup, and troubleshooting

Maintain accurate medical records, ICU flow sheets, and treatment documentation

Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients on hospitalized patients

Uphold AVSG/VSSOC standards of professionalism, empathy, and courtesy in a collaborative environment

Job Requirements

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

Minimum 2 years experience as an RVT

ER and/or ICU experience strongly preferred

Confident managing critical, unstable, and ASA III+ patients

Strong technical skill set with the ability to multitask in a high‑acuity environment

Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills

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

Experience training or mentoring RVTs/VAs is a plus

Compensation

RVT / VTS range $30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Pay ranges are dependent upon experience, role level, and credentials

Shift differentials for swings, weekends and overnights

Full time Credentialed veterinary technicians are eligible for a sign-on bonus

Schedule Options

Shift will vary between 6:00am - 9:00pm

One weekend day required

Scheduling options

Three 12‑hour shifts

Four 10‑hour shifts

Employee Benefits

We are committed to supporting the well‑being, growth, and long‑term success of our team:

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

Uniform allowance

Continuing education support for licensed staff

Career development and advancement within specialty departments

Employee referral bonus program

Employee discounts and insurance perks

Mental health and wellness support resources (including Talkspace)

Base Pay$30—$45 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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