Emergency Veterinary Technician

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician ready to take your skills to the next level in Emergency Medicine? Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville (EVC) is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to join our growing Emergency & Critical Care Team. This opportunity is ideal for technicians who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy critical thinking, and want to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes during medical emergencies. As the only 24/7 Emergency Veterinary Hospital serving Niceville and the Emerald Coast, our team provides advanced emergency and critical care services for pets when they need us most.

Full-Time Day Shift Technician Schedule: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

What You'll Do

As a valued member of our medical team, you'll play a direct role in patient care, treatment, diagnostics, and client support. Responsibilities include:

• Emergency and urgent care patient support
• Hospitalized and critical care case management
• IV catheter placement and venipuncture
• Patient triage and assessment
• Anesthesia monitoring and recovery
• Diagnostic testing and sample collection
• Treatment administration and nursing care
• Client communication during stressful situations
• Electronic medical record documentation
• Collaboration with veterinarians and fellow technicians to deliver exceptional patient care

Whether your experience comes from Emergency Medicine, Specialty Practice, Urgent Care, or High-Volume General Practice, we encourage you to apply.

What We're Looking For

• This is not an entry-level position
• Minimum 2+ years of hands-on veterinary clinical experience required
• Prior experience in emergency, critical care, specialty, or high-volume general practice strongly preferred
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred, but highly skilled Veterinary Assistants with advanced technical abilities will be considered
• Demonstrated proficiency in:
  • Patient restraint and handling in high-stress situations
  • IV catheter placement and venipuncture
  • Anesthetic monitoring and post-operative recovery
  • Emergency protocols and multitasking under pressure
• Experience with veterinary PIMS and electronic medical records
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and professional during trauma cases and overnight surges
• Flexible availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis

Why Veterinary Technicians Choose EVC Niceville

We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth, financial wellbeing, and overall wellness.

Compensation & Career Development

• Competitive pay ranging from $21–$28/hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Performance reviews and advancement opportunities
• Continuing Education (CE) support and paid training
• Growth opportunities in emergency medicine, specialty medicine, and leadership development
• Career advancement pathways within Innovetive Petcare

HeadStart Student Loan Support Program

Eligible CVTs who graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program, passed the VTNE, and obtained credentialing within the past three years may qualify for Innovetive Petcare's HeadStart Student Loan Support Program.

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Calm Health Wellness Program, including mental health, stress management, mindfulness, and sleep support resources

Additional Benefits

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Rocket Lawyer Legal Support for eligible team members and their immediate family

Why Join EVC Niceville?

• Modern emergency hospital with advanced diagnostics and treatment capabilities
• Fast-paced caseload that encourages critical thinking and hands-on learning
• Collaborative, team-focused culture with experienced emergency professionals
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact on patients, clients, and the veterinary community

About Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville is a growing emergency veterinary care facility providing exceptional veterinary care in the Northwest Florida Panhandle. Our sister practice in Destin grew so much, we opened our flagship location in Niceville in 1995. We were created by area veterinarians to fill the after-hour and critical care needs of their patients, and we continue to serve that capacity for the entire region with two locations. Our full-service emergency and critical care practice is located on the Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida with its sugar sand beaches and multi-cultural lifestyle. We see a large and diverse caseload and set high standards for emergency and critical care medicine. Our practice is well equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, doppler, and a surgical suite. We house a full-service Veterinary Reference Laboratory that provides STAT laboratory testing for our patients. We provide hematology, chemistry, endocrinology, coagulation, blood gas, lactate, urinalysis, and additional routine tests. We have a highly trained and experienced support staff with a high staff-to-doctor ratio to allow for excellence in the care of our emergency and critically ill patients. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.