Surgical Registered Veterinary Technician

Company: Ethos Veterinary Health
Location: Santa Barbara
Posted on: March 6, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Surgery Advanced Veterinary Specialists Compensation & Work Schedule: Hourly rate: Up to $35.00/hr (based on skills, qualifications, and experience) Up to $2,000 Sign-On Bonus Full-time, weekends and holiday flexibility required Who We Are: Advanced Veterinary Specialists (AVS) is home to board-certified specialists in surgery, oncology, internal medicine, cardiology, and dentistry, alongside a highly skilled team of emergency veterinarians. We are proud to provide exceptional care to pets and their families. AVS is accredited by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society as a Level II Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Facility —one of only two in California to hold this distinction. About the Role: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled RVT to join our surgery team. If you are passionate about veterinary care and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply. Key Responsibilities: Provide compassionate care to surgical patients. Communicate effectively with clients, referring veterinarians, and team members. Perform routine in-house laboratory procedures, including specimen collection, handling, and preparation according to hospital protocols. Maintain accurate and professional medical records. Demonstrate strong knowledge of medical treatments, including CRI setup/maintenance, NG tube placement, central line management, glucose curves, post-surgical care, and oxygen-dependent patient monitoring. Assess patient ventilation, oxygenation, and acid/base status using pulse oximetry, capnography, and arterial blood gas results. Assist with sedated procedures and post-operative care planning with surgeons. Support pack/prep staff: surgical prep, instrument cleaning, autoclave and gas sterilizer operation, and inventory management. Maintain cleanliness and organization in the surgery department. Deliver exemplary customer service while exercising critical thinking and teamwork. Other duties as assigned Basic Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Minimum 2 years of surgical experience strongly preferred. RVT licensure or equivalent preferred Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations for medication dosages, CRIs, and client billing. Must maintain California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 60 days of hire if not already obtained with RVT licensure. Why Join AVS? Be part of a team that is committed to delivering the highest standard of veterinary care in a collaborative, professional, and compassionate environment. Full-time benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, flex-spending accounts, 401(k), Employee Assistance Program, 3 weeks accrued paid time off, and uniforms Highly competitive and comparable wages based on experience and skill set. Competitive Vet Assistant and RVT CE allowance annually VetBloom access: Race approved continuing education, training, and curriculum library License application and renewal reimbursement for RVT’s Opportunities for growth and advancement 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. PM19 Powered by JazzHR Compensation details: 26-35 Hourly Wage PIce15ba8fc138-25448-39886271

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