Emergency Veterinary Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health•Birmingham, AL

30d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technicians to join our Emergency & ICU team in Birmingham, AL. This is an opportunity for experienced Veterinary Technicians to provide hands-on emergency and critical care while working alongside a collaborative team in a specialty veterinary hospital. Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham (VSB) is a specialty and emergency veterinary hospital dedicated to providing advanced patient care through collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence. Our team works with state-of-the-art equipment, advanced diagnostics, and complex medical and surgical cases while fostering an inclusive environment where team members are supported, encouraged to grow, and empowered to utilize their technical skills to their fullest potential. Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. 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 pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together. At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician in general practice or emergency veterinary medicine
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred
Strong technical skills in venipuncture, phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, anesthesia support, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory procedures
Working knowledge of veterinary pharmacology and medication calculations
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced Emergency and ICU environment
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to remain calm, organized, and focused while caring for emergency and critical patients
Compassionate approach to patient care and client service
Commitment to continued learning and professional development
Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

Assist veterinarians with emergency patient assessments, treatments, and procedures
Provide hands-on nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized Emergency and ICU patients
Monitor patient status and promptly communicate changes to veterinarians and the medical team
Perform venipuncture, phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, and laboratory sample collection
Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
Provide anesthesia support and patient monitoring during emergency procedures
Perform diagnostic imaging and assist with laboratory testing
Accurately calculate medication dosages and maintain detailed medical records
Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients regarding patient status and treatment plans
Collaborate with Veterinary Technicians, veterinarians, and support team members to provide high-quality emergency and critical care
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment and patient care area