Credentialed Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health•Bradenton, FL

113d•$20 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Animal ER of University Park is seeking experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technicians (CVT/LVT/RVT) to join our growing Emergency team in Bradenton, Florida. This is a part-time or per diem position offering flexible scheduling for individuals looking to utilize advanced technical skills in a fast-paced emergency environment. The role involves working alongside an experienced emergency team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting colleagues. The hospital is a growing 24-hour emergency facility dedicated to providing exceptional emergency and critical care for pets throughout Florida's Gulf Coast, operating in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility. The team fosters a supportive, inclusive culture where every team member is valued, and technicians are empowered to practice at the highest level.

Requirements

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT) required
Minimum of 2 years of Veterinary Technician experience, preferably in Emergency Medicine
Strong knowledge of emergency patient care, restraint, anesthesia, phlebotomy, laboratory procedures, pharmacology, and diagnostic imaging
Experience with emergency triage and critical patient monitoring preferred
Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
Ability to remain calm and efficient in a fast-paced emergency environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional patient care
Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus

Responsibilities

Triage incoming emergency patients using sound clinical judgment.
Perform physical assessments and monitor hospitalized patients.
Administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications while recognizing potential adverse effects.
Set up, monitor, and manage intravenous fluid therapy, constant rate infusions, and blood transfusions.
Perform advanced technical procedures including venipuncture, catheter placement, ultrasonography assistance, paracentesis, and laboratory sample collection.
Collect diagnostic samples and perform in-house laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging.
Provide comprehensive nursing care, including urinary catheter management, nasogastric tube placement, oxygen therapy, chest tube management, and advanced patient monitoring.
Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, recovery, and mechanical ventilation for high-risk patients.
Perform advanced vascular access techniques, including jugular, central, arterial, and intraosseous catheter placement.
Participate in patient rounds to ensure continuity of care.
Maintain accurate medical records and communicate effectively with veterinarians and team members.
Deliver compassionate, high-quality patient care while supporting clients during emergency situations.