Veterinary Technician, Emergency
About The Position
Build your emergency and critical care career at a hospital where your technical skills make a meaningful impact every shift. At Pet+ER, you'll work alongside experienced Emergency Clinicians caring for high-acuity patients in a fast-paced, collaborative teaching hospital that empowers technicians to practice at the top of their skillset. At Pet+ER, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, we believe exceptional emergency medicine starts with exceptional teamwork. Our technicians work closely with Emergency Clinicians, taking an active role in patient management while receiving mentorship from experienced senior technicians who are committed to helping every team member grow. As a state-of-the-art, 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital, you'll gain hands-on experience managing complex emergency cases while working in a supportive learning environment. Whether you're pursuing credentialing or advancing your emergency nursing skills, our leadership team is dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals through mentorship, education, and career development.
Requirements
- Certified, Registered, or Licensed Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT) preferred, but not required.
- Emergency or critical care experience preferred.
- Strong technical skills including phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, radiography, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory procedures, and patient care.
- Excellent communication and client service skills.
- Ability to think critically and thrive in a fast-paced emergency environment.
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
Responsibilities
- Deliver exceptional nursing care for emergency and critically ill patients.
- Collaborate with Emergency Veterinarians to provide outstanding patient and client care.
- Perform safe, low-stress patient handling techniques.
- Obtain blood samples and perform in-house laboratory testing.
- Assist with diagnostic imaging, including radiographs.
- Administer medications and treatments accurately and efficiently.
- Support patient appointments and provide compassionate client education.
- Assist with anesthesia and endoscopy procedures.
- Monitor hospitalized, ICU, outpatient, and overnight specialty patients.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients, clients, and team members.
- Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, and strong communication while working in a fast-paced emergency environment.
- Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
- Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.
Benefits
- health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- retirement benefits
- paid time off (including sick leave and vacation)
- short-term and long-term disability
- life insurance
- Competitive compensation of $22–28/hour based on experience, credentials, and skill set.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- CE allowance and professional development support, including free VetBloom (RACE-approved CE) access.
- Veterinary Technician scholarship opportunities.
- VTNE and/or license reimbursement.
- Paid time off.
- Retirement savings options, including 401(k).
- Uniform allowance.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Employee pet discounts.
- Disability and life insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
