Emergency Veterinary Technician - Overnights

Description Emergency Veterinary Assistant or Emergency Credential Veterinary Technician Overnight Shift Schedule with Rotating Weekends Hiring Range: $24–$29/hour Join MedVet’s Emergency Team Description Emergency Veterinary Assistant or Emergency Credential Veterinary Technician Overnight Shift Schedule with Rotating Weekends Hiring Range: $24–$29/hour Join MedVet’s Emergency Team MedVet is a fast-growing Emergency and Specialty veterinary provider with hospitals nationwide, offering advanced treatments and innovative care that push the boundaries of veterinary medicine. From chemotherapy and radiation to blood transfusions, critical care, advanced diagnostics, and specialty procedures, we provide exceptional care when patients need it most. At MedVet, our core values— Teamwork, Leadership, and Compassion —guide everything we do. We’re looking for passionate, highly skilled veterinary technicians who want to make a real impact, advocate for patients, and practice at the top of their license. Why Emergency? Emergency medicine is where technical skill, critical thinking, and teamwork come together. No two shifts are the same. One moment you may be stabilizing a crashing patient, the next assisting with a life-saving procedure, running diagnostics, or managing multiple critical cases. If you thrive under pressure, enjoy problem-solving, and want to fully utilize your technical abilities, the ER is where you can truly shine. This is more than a support role—this is an opportunity to be a vital clinical partner in patient care. What You’ll Do As an Emergency Veterinary Assistant, you will play a hands-on role in delivering high-level patient care and utilizing advanced technical skills every shift. Responsibilities include: Triage and assess incoming emergency patients, identifying priorities based on clinical presentation and urgency Collect patient histories and communicate organized, thorough rounds to the medical team Partner closely with DVMs to develop and execute treatment plans Perform advanced technical skills including: IV catheter placement Urinary catheter placement Venipuncture and sample collection Blood product administration Oxygen therapy and critical care support Advanced patient monitoring Fluid therapy management Medication calculations and administration Constant rate infusion (CRI) setup and monitoring And so much more! Assist with emergency procedures and diagnostics, including wound care, imaging Help recognize subtle changes and escalating concerns quickly Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia and sedation Perform in-house diagnostics and prepare samples for external laboratories Educate clients on medications, discharge instructions, and ongoing patient care What Makes This Role Exciting At MedVet, we believe technicians should be empowered to use their full skill set. You won’t spend your shift doing only basic restraint or routine tasks—you’ll be actively involved in: Critical case stabilization Emergency procedures Advanced nursing care Complex drug calculations and CRIs High-level patient monitoring Collaborative medical decision-making Your knowledge, instincts, and technical abilities matter here. Who You Are We’re looking for someone who is: Experienced in veterinary medicine (emergency experience preferred) Strong in technical and nursing skills Comfortable with drug calculations, CRIs, and unit conversions Calm under pressure and able to think critically in fast-moving situations Adaptable and able to shift priorities quickly A strong communicator who works well within a collaborative team Passionate about patient advocacy and high-quality medicine If you’re looking for a place where your technical skills are valued, your growth is supported, and every shift challenges you to become a stronger technician, we’d love to meet you. Perks & Benefits We believe exceptional technicians deserve exceptional support—both inside and outside of work. That’s why we offer a benefits package designed to support your health, financial wellness, professional growth, and life with pets. Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Health plans designed to support you and your family Dental & Vision Insurance – Helping you stay healthy from head to toe HSA, FSA & Dependent Care Spending Accounts – Flexible options to help manage healthcare and childcare expenses 401(k) with Employer Match – Invest in your future with company-supported retirement savings Paid Time Off (PTO) – Time to rest, recharge, and maintain work-life balance Shift Differentials & On-Call Pay – Additional earning opportunities for flexible scheduling and extra support Uniform Allowance – Support for maintaining your professional work attire Employee Pet Discounts & Pet Insurance – Because caring for your own pets matters too Disability, Life & Accident Insurance – Including elective short-term coverage and company-paid long-term disability Continuing Education Support – Opportunities and assistance to help you sharpen technical skills, expand knowledge, and grow in your career Career Growth Opportunities – Clear pathways for advancement, skill development, and leadership growth within MedVet At MedVet, we don’t just invest in patient care—we invest in our people . Whether you’re growing your technical skills, pursuing leadership, or expanding into specialty medicine, we’re committed to supporting your journey. Come as you are. MedVet is an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug-free organization, therefore employment with MedVet is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check. #J-18808-Ljbffr MedVet