Veterinary Technician, Overnight Emergency & Critical Care
About The Position
Austin Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (AVES) is hiring Veterinary Technicians for its Overnight Emergency & Critical Care department. Technicians support practitioners and help ensure high-quality patient care and efficient medical team operations by handling clinical and administrative tasks. The position is based in AVES’s 45,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art hospital in Austin, Texas. This is a full-time overnight role scheduled for three 12-hour shifts from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Credentialed technicians are offered $24 or more per hour based on experience; non-credentialed technicians are offered $21 or more per hour based on experience. An additional $2 per hour overnight differential applies. AVES describes a compassionate, collaborative, fast-paced environment with opportunities for training, professional growth, and hands-on learning. The hospital is part of Ethos Veterinary Health, a network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals.
Requirements
- Be a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or an experienced Veterinary Technician with at least 3 years of experience.
- Provide outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
- Have fluent English speaking and reading skills.
Nice To Haves
- Fluency in multiple languages.
- Be a team player who promotes trust, collaboration, and a positive work environment.
- Be adaptable and willing to go the extra mile for the patient and client experience.
Responsibilities
- Restrain pets, prepare and administer medications, and assist with examinations, procedures, and surgeries.
- Monitor anesthesia and provide supportive therapy.
- Teach clients how to administer treatments.
- Prepare patients for discharge and communicate status updates to the care team and clients.
- Record patient histories, treatments, and procedures accurately for invoicing and medical records.
- Complete necessary paperwork and maintain detailed progress notes.
- Schedule procedures, relay accurate information to clients, and seek help when needed.
- Perform laboratory procedures and collect and prepare samples for analysis.
- Operate and maintain radiography units and diagnostic software.
- Maintain medical equipment and report issues; restock and manage supplies.
- Clean and sterilize instruments, maintain hospital cleanliness, and assist with patient hygiene.
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life and disability insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts, including a pet discount
- Professional development and tuition assistance
- Uniform stipend
- Retirement plan
- Continuous training and growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
