Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health•Mequon, WI

8d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

At WVRC Ozaukee, you'll join a collaborative team where your skills, compassion, and dedication are valued every day. As a 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital, you'll care for a diverse caseload that allows you to build your technical skills, work with advanced emergency cases, and make a meaningful difference for pets and their families. You'll be supported by experienced teammates who believe in mentorship, collaboration, and helping one another grow. If you're looking for a fast-paced environment where no two shifts are the same and your contributions truly matter, you'll find a rewarding career at WVRC Ozaukee. We’ve just moved into a brand-new, 11,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art hospital in Mequon—and we’re excited for what’s ahead. Our new facility includes specialized wards for ICU, surgery recovery, and isolation, state-of-the-art equipment and expanded surgery suites, a dedicated comfort room for euthanasia with a private entrance, and enhanced team amenities, including a resiliency room and a modern breakroom. This expansion was designed to elevate patient care, operational efficiency, and the overall team experience.

Requirements

Certified Veterinary Technicians will be given the highest consideration
Experienced Veterinary Assistants are welcome to apply
A strong desire to learn and apply knowledge/skills learned to daily work life
Ability to communicate effectively both written and oral
Ability to demonstrate technical procedures as outlined in the technician protocols
Demonstrate reliability and follow-through with all work-related tasks / projects
Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus.

Responsibilities

Monitor patient vital signs and activity, ensuring all observations are accurately documented
Support our veterinarians and provide assistance to other departments as needed
Deliver compassionate comfort, diagnostic, surgical, and nursing care to all patients, including those requiring critical care
Perform basic, emergency, and critical care anesthetic monitoring
Collect and prepare samples for diagnostic testing, including but not limited to blood draws, arterial blood gas sampling, cystocentesis, urinary catheter sampling, and free-catch urine collection
Perform a variety of laboratory procedures, including but not limited to blood typing, crossmatching, and slide agglutination testing
Accurately obtain and process abdominal, thoracic, appendicular, spinal, and skull radiographs while adhering to appropriate radiation safety protocols
Properly operate, care for, and maintain medical equipment
Communicate with clients in a professional and compassionate manner
Help maintain clean, organized hospital areas and a safe, sanitary work environment
Maintain client and patient confidentiality at all times
Meet or exceed established performance standards for quality and productivity
Meet or exceed WVRC expectations for attendance and punctuality

Benefits

CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
Veterinary Technician Program Sponsorship
16-Week VTNE Study Group
VTNE reimbursement
Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
PTO
Employee Referral Bonuses
Employee Pet Discount
Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
Life and AD&D Insurance
Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) with employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Onsite Veterinary Social Worker available to employees & clients
Extensive training to all new (and existing) employees with our Learning & Development Trainers to advance their skills and career
Being a part of a team of elite professionals who prioritize the needs of their patient.