Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health • Kansas City, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Overland Park Veterinary in Overland Park, KS is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work alongside board-certified specialists, care for a diverse emergency and critical care caseload, and utilize advanced equipment and techniques in a 24-hour specialty and emergency hospital. If you are an experienced RVT who enjoys emergency medicine, values teamwork, and wants to continue developing your technical skills, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working with a supportive and experienced team.

Requirements

• Current Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential preferred.
• Experience working as a Veterinary Technician in a veterinary hospital setting.
• Experience or strong interest in emergency and critical care.
• Strong foundation in veterinary medicine and patient care.
• Ability to prioritize multiple patients and remain composed in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively during overnight shifts.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate medical record documentation.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Comfortable working with veterinarians, board-certified specialists, and other Veterinary Technicians in a specialty and emergency setting.
• Willingness to learn new and advanced techniques and continue developing clinical skills.
• Ability to provide and receive mentorship, guidance, and feedback in a team environment.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality patient care as a Licensed Veterinary Technician on the Emergency team.
• Monitor and care for emergency and critical patients throughout the shift.
• Assist veterinarians and board-certified specialists with emergency procedures, treatments, diagnostics, and patient care.
• Perform and assist with technical procedures, treatments, medication administration, catheter placement, sample collection, and patient monitoring within your scope of practice.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and promptly communicate changes in patient condition to the veterinary team.
• Utilize advanced imaging, monitoring equipment, and other technology to support emergency and critical care.
• Prioritize and manage multiple patients in a fast-paced Emergency and specialty hospital.
• Maintain accurate patient records and document treatments, diagnostics, and changes in patient status.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and team members regarding patient care.
• Maintain a calm, compassionate, and professional approach when working with patients and families during stressful or emotional situations.
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, and other overnight team members to provide consistent patient care.
• Participate in ongoing learning and development opportunities to expand your emergency and critical care knowledge and technical skills.
• After gaining appropriate knowledge and experience, train, coach, mentor, and teach newer Veterinary Technicians and team members.
• Contribute to a supportive team environment focused on quality medicine, patient care, and continuous learning.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple health plan options
• FSA/HSA options
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee assistance program
• Uniform allowance
• Generous employee pet discount
• Pet insurance
• Paid time off
• Quarterly bonus program
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities toward an accredited Veterinary Technology Program

What This Job Offers

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