Emergency Licensed Veterinary Technician - Day Shift

Emergency Veterinary Care Center • Kalamazoo, MI

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About The Position

Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC) provides emergency-only veterinary care to dogs and cats in Southwest Michigan when their primary veterinarian is closed. The Emergency Licensed Veterinary Technician works on the front lines of emergency care, handling cases ranging from minor to complex and collaborating with doctors and other team members to deliver skilled, compassionate care. The role involves triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical-care nursing, while also supporting pet parents during stressful situations. Technicians are encouraged to use their assessment skills and judgment, contribute to care plans, and continue developing their clinical skills. The position is for full-time day-shift work, with availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis according to hospital needs.

Requirements

• Licensed Veterinary Technician with an associate’s degree and VTNE passed.
• At least 2 years of veterinary experience; emergency experience is preferred but not required.
• Basic computer skills and comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure and support teammates.
• Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods, kneel, and work on the floor.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently and support up to 80 pounds with assistance.
• Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
• Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis based on hospital needs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.

Nice To Haves

• Emergency veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to patients and their people throughout tests, treatments, and other stages of care.
• Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage through discharge.
• Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
• Collaborate and communicate with teammates and doctors to help shape care plans and keep care flowing.
• Perform diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
• Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
• Use advanced techniques and equipment, including jugular catheters, arterial lines, and ultrasound.
• Identify subtle changes in patient status and advocate for patients accordingly.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation depending on experience, including base pay and a 401(k) match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• License renewal fees covered.
• Continuing education stipend.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Comfy scrubs and EVCC swag.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree