Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health • Birmingham, AL

10d • $18 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency and ICU team in Birmingham, AL. This is an opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team providing advanced emergency and critical care while continuing to build your technical skills in a specialty veterinary hospital. We are looking for a Veterinary Technician who values excellent patient care, outstanding client service, teamwork, and a positive hospital culture.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant in general practice or emergency medicine
• LVT certification is prioritized
• Working knowledge of basic veterinary medicine, including restraint, diagnostic imaging, phlebotomy, venipuncture, anesthesia, drug calculations, laboratory equipment, and laboratory procedures
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks in a busy emergency and ICU environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with both clients and veterinary team members
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive, respectful, and supportive hospital culture
• Commitment to continued learning and developing advanced Veterinary Technician skills
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on nursing care and monitoring for emergency and hospitalized patients
• Assist with patient assessment, treatments, diagnostics, and procedures
• Safely restrain and handle patients using appropriate techniques
• Perform phlebotomy and venipuncture and assist with IV catheter placement
• Assist with diagnostic imaging, anesthesia, laboratory testing, and other clinical procedures
• Perform accurate drug calculations and administer medications as directed
• Monitor patients closely and communicate changes in patient condition to the medical team
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients and team members
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked patient care environment
• Work collaboratively with Veterinary Technicians, assistants, doctors, and other hospital team members

Benefits

• CE allowance
• Uniform allowance
• Paid license renewal fees
• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• VTNE reimbursement available
• Employee referral program
• Employee pet discount
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• HSA/FSA

What This Job Offers

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