Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – Neurology

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT): $28.00–$34.00/hour
Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS): $36.00–$42.00/hour
Full-time opportunity | Veterinary Specialty Hospital – North County | San Marcos, CA

Schedule: Monday–Thursday | 8:00 AM–6:00 PM
Rotating on-call schedule | Approximately 1–2 shifts per week

Take your veterinary technician career into advanced Neurology at Veterinary Specialty Hospital – North County. We're seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our Neurology team and work alongside two Board-Certified Neurologists providing advanced diagnostics, anesthesia, neurosurgical support, and specialty nursing care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an RVT, Neurology Veterinary Technician, Specialty Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia Veterinary Technician, or VTS who enjoys challenging cases, advanced medicine, and seeing the meaningful impact specialty care can have on a patient's mobility, comfort, and quality of life.

Why Join Neurology at VSH North County

Our Neurology service is led by two Board-Certified Neurologists and supported by a talented team of veterinary professionals committed to exceptional patient care and client experiences.

Neurology offers tremendous variety and opportunities to expand your technical skills. You'll work with advanced imaging, complex medical cases, anesthesia, and neurosurgery while playing an important role throughout each patient's treatment and recovery.

You'll also have a consistent four-day schedule while participating in a rotating on-call schedule that provides additional earning opportunities.

In Your Day-to-Day, You Will

• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication calculations, and continuous rate infusions (CRIs).
• Prepare patients for advanced Neurology diagnostics, procedures, and neurosurgery.
• Induce, monitor, and recover patients undergoing anesthesia and sedation.
• Provide anesthesia monitoring for MRI, CT, surgical procedures, and other advanced diagnostics.
• Perform sterile surgical preparation and assist the Neurology team during procedures.
• Provide advanced nursing care and monitor patients throughout treatment and recovery.
• Support Neurologists during appointments and communicate with clients throughout their pet's treatment journey.
• Maintain accurate medical records, treatment documentation, and anesthesia records.
• Advocate for patient comfort and safety while collaborating closely with Neurologists, Veterinary Technicians, and hospital teams.

What You Bring

• Active and current California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license required.
• Minimum of two years of veterinary clinical experience.
• Strong anesthesia knowledge and hands-on anesthesia monitoring experience required.
• Strong technical skills including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication calculations, and CRIs.
• Neurology, Surgery, Anesthesia, Emergency, Critical Care, or Specialty veterinary experience preferred.
• Experience with MRI, CT, advanced imaging, or surgical procedures is highly desirable.
• Strong critical-thinking, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a highly collaborative specialty team.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in complex and high-pressure situations.
• Commitment to exceptional patient care, client service, and patient advocacy.
• Ability to participate in the rotating on-call schedule.

Compensation & On-Call Opportunity

On-call technicians are eligible for additional earning opportunities when called in for procedures:

• $250 bonus per procedure
• MRI + Surgery performed on the same patient = $500 call-in bonus

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance
• Generous employee pet discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health and wellness resources
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance
• VetBloom access with RACE-approved continuing education and training
• RVT license application and renewal reimbursement
• Access to advanced specialty medicine and mentorship
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Location Highlight

Veterinary Specialty Hospital – North County is located in San Marcos and is accessible to veterinary professionals throughout Vista, Escondido, Carlsbad, Oceanside, Encinitas, Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Fallbrook, Temecula, Murrieta, and surrounding North County San Diego communities.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class veterinary medicine and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary professionals in hospitals designed for learning, collaboration, and clinical excellence.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and help advance veterinary medicine—together.

Join Us

If you're a California Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), Neurology Veterinary Technician, Specialty Veterinary Technician, Anesthesia Veterinary Technician, Surgical Veterinary Technician, or VTS interested in advanced imaging, MRI, CT, anesthesia, and neurosurgery, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and join the Neurology team at Veterinary Specialty Hospital – North County.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Veterinary Health 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 applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.