Ethos Veterinary Health

Relief ER Veterinary Technician or Assistant

ER and ICU - Santa Barbara, CA - Temporary

Relief RVT or Senior Veterinary Assistant – Advanced Veterinary Specialists (Santa Barbara, CA)

About the Role:
Advanced Veterinary Specialists (AVS) is seeking Relief Registered Veterinary Technicians or experienced Senior Veterinary Assistants to support our specialty and emergency teams on an as-needed basis. If you’re looking to stay connected to ER or specialty care without a full-time commitment, this is a great opportunity to contribute your skills in a meaningful way.

Compensation:

  • $22.00 – $35.00/hour, based on experience and credentials

  • Additional $2.00/hour differential for hours worked between 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM

Basic Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Current California RVT license preferred, but not required

  • Emergency or specialty hospital experience strongly preferred

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate professionally and compassionately with clients and colleagues

  • Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations for medication doses, CRIs, estimates, and invoices

  • Must maintain or obtain a California Veterinary Assistant Controlled Substance Permit (VACSP) within 60 days of hire (waived if RVT)

  • Dependable, team-oriented, and calm under pressure

Schedule:

  • Relief (Casual) Status – pick up extra shifts as needed

  • Minimum requirement: one shift per month

  • Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends

Ready to Make a Difference?
Whether you're looking to stay sharp in a specialty setting, earn extra income, or gain exposure to a collaborative ER environment, we’d love to welcome you to our relief team.

Apply today and become a valued part of our life-saving team at Advanced Veterinary Specialists in beautiful Santa Barbara!

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