Registered Veterinary Technician / Experienced Veterinary Assistant (Relief)

Emergency Veterinary Care Center • Mishawaka, IN

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC) is seeking a relief veterinary technician to support its emergency team. The role offers flexible shifts for technicians picking up additional work or seeking scheduling flexibility. The posting references Mishawaka, Indiana in the heading and Saginaw, Michigan in the description.

The technician supports emergency and critical care cases, including triage, diagnostics, treatment, anesthesia monitoring, patient documentation, and communication with pet owners. The position involves working collaboratively with veterinarians and teammates to provide patient care in a fast-paced, unpredictable emergency setting.

Requirements

• Experience as a veterinary technician.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and adapt quickly.
• Interest in learning and developing skills.
• Supportive, collaborative approach to teamwork.
• Commitment to patient care and client experience.
• Availability to work day shifts, overnight shifts, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Emergency veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with emergency and critical care cases.
• Perform patient triage and ongoing patient assessments.
• Collect blood, urine, and other diagnostic samples.
• Place and maintain IV catheters.
• Manage and maintain CRIs.
• Administer medications and IV fluids accurately.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with emergency procedures.
• Perform venipuncture and laboratory testing.
• Obtain diagnostic radiographs.
• Monitor hospitalized and ICU patients.
• Calculate medication dosages and fluid rates.
• Accurately document treatments and patient care.
• Educate and communicate with pet owners during stressful situations.
• Prepare and maintain treatment areas and equipment.
• Support CPR efforts and other emergency life-saving procedures.
• Collaborate with doctors and teammates to provide patient care.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and hourly wages, depending on experience.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Flexible work schedules.
• Employee referral program.
• Continuing education stipend or allowance.
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities.
• Pet care discounts.
• Comfy scrubs and EVCC swag.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed