Veterinary Technician

Sacramento, CA

Full Time

Cardiology and Internal Medicine

Mid Level

Cardiology and Internal Medicine

Vista Veterinary Specialists | Sacramento, California

Vista Veterinary Specialists is hiring for full-time positions within our growing specialty hospital. If you are passionate about advanced patient care, specialty medicine, cardiology, internal medicine, emergency care, diagnostic imaging, and veterinary nursing, we invite you to join our collaborative team.

Current Openings

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Cardiology

Pay: $25.00–$34.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, four 10-hour shifts

The Cardiology RVT provides advanced nursing care for cardiology patients, assists with echocardiograms, ECGs, radiology, CT imaging, anesthesia, and client education while working closely with board-certified cardiologists.

Veterinary Assistant – Cardiology

Pay: $19.00–$25.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, four 10-hour shifts

The Cardiology Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and RVTs with patient care, diagnostics, radiology, CT imaging, laboratory procedures, anesthesia support, and client communication.

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Internal Medicine

Pay: $25.00–$34.00 per hour
Schedule: Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM (full time) or Tuesdays & Thursdays 8am-6pm (part time)

The Internal Medicine RVT serves as the primary support technician for our Internal Medicine service, assisting with advanced diagnostics, endoscopy, imaging, anesthesia, laboratory testing, patient management, and client education for complex medical cases.

Prior experience is preferred but not required. We are committed to training motivated candidates who are eager to develop advanced nursing skills in a specialty hospital environment.

About Vista Veterinary Specialists

Vista Veterinary Specialists is a 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital serving Northern California. Our recently expanded 17,300-square-foot facility was designed to support advanced specialty and critical care medicine.

Our hospital features:

Five fully equipped operating rooms
Advanced on-site CT scanner
Dedicated Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Intermediate Care Unit (ICW)
Digital radiography
Ultrasonography
Endoscopy suite
Full in-house laboratory
Advanced patient monitoring systems

Specialty Services

Emergency & Critical Care
Cardiology
Internal Medicine
Radiology

Our multi-disciplinary team is committed to providing exceptional patient care through collaboration, advanced diagnostics, and cutting-edge veterinary medicine.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on position and experience level, responsibilities may include:

Provide advanced veterinary nursing care for specialty patients
Perform patient assessments, triage, and medical history collection
Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in condition
Administer medications, IV fluids, and treatments as directed
Assist with cardiology diagnostics including ECGs and echocardiography
Assist with internal medicine procedures and advanced case management
Collect and process laboratory samples
Assist with radiography, CT imaging, and diagnostic procedures
Prepare and monitor patients for anesthesia and recovery
Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
Educate clients regarding treatment plans, medications, and home care
Collaborate with specialists, veterinarians, RVTs, and support staff to deliver exceptional patient care

Qualifications

RVT Positions

Current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license required
Experience in specialty, emergency, cardiology, or internal medicine preferred
Strong knowledge of anesthesia, pharmacology, patient monitoring, and advanced nursing care
Ability to perform accurate drug dosage and fluid calculations

Veterinary Assistant Position

Experience in veterinary medicine preferred
Knowledge of veterinary terminology, procedures, and patient care
Experience with laboratory equipment, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, and patient handling preferred

All Positions

Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced specialty hospital environment
Team-oriented mindset with excellent attention to detail
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods

Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid vacation and sick time
Competitive continuing education allowance
VetBloom RACE-approved continuing education platform
RVT license reimbursement
Financial support and mentorship toward VTS certification
Annual uniform allowance
Employee pet discount
Health and wellness programs
Career growth and advancement opportunities

Veterinary Careers at Vista Veterinary Specialists

Whether you are an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician, Cardiology Technician, Internal Medicine Technician, Veterinary Nurse, or Veterinary Assistant looking to advance your career in specialty medicine, Vista Veterinary Specialists offers opportunities to work alongside leading specialists while providing exceptional patient care.

Apply today to join one of Sacramento's premier emergency and specialty veterinary hospitals.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, competence, and business needs. PM19

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