Emergency Veterinary Technician

• Dedicated Emergency and Critical Care Hospital
• Modern, recently expanded facility
• Exposure to trauma, stabilization, ICU, and emergency surgical cases
• Strong collaboration between doctors, technicians, and assistants
• Leadership team committed to professional growth and development
• Competitive compensation and advancement opportunities

What You'll Do

• Triage incoming emergency patients
• Assist with stabilization and life-saving interventions
• Monitor hospitalized and ICU patients
• Perform CPR and emergency response procedures
• Administer medications and fluid therapy

Technical Skills

• IV catheter placement
• Venipuncture and sample collection
• Radiology and diagnostic imaging
• Laboratory testing and patient monitoring
• Medical record documentation

Anesthesia and Surgical Support

• Assist with anesthesia induction and intubation
• Monitor patients during procedures
• Support emergency surgical cases
• Provide post-operative patient care

Client Communication

• Provide compassionate updates and education to pet owners
• Partner with veterinarians to ensure continuity of care
• Deliver exceptional client service during stressful situations

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Required

• Minimum 2 years of Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant experience
• Strong technical skills including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, patient restraint, medication administration, and laboratory sample collection
• Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced Emergency environment
• Excellent communication and client service skills

Preferred

• Experience in Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Urgent Care, Specialty Medicine, or High-Volume General Practice
• CVT, LVT, or RVT credential
• Experience with emergency triage, ICU patients, anesthesia monitoring, surgery, trauma, and CPR

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and restrain patients throughout a 12-hour shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and more with assistance
• Exposure to animal dander, fur, saliva, urine, feces, blood, cleaning products, disinfectants, fragrances, and veterinary-related odors
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with varying noise levels and frequent interruptions

What We Offer

Compensation

• Veterinary Assistants: $20–$25/hour
• Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVT): $20–$30/hour
• Overnight Shift Differential: Additional $2/hour beginning at 12:00 AM

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Employee pet care discounts
• Continuing Education support
• Career development opportunities
• Mental wellness resources and Employee Assistance Program

HeadStart Program for Certified Veterinary Technicians

Eligible participants may receive:

• Student loan repayment assistance
• VTNE reimbursement support
• Credential renewal assistance
• Professional development resources