Veterinary Technician - Overnight Emergency

Metairie Small Animal Hospital is a fast-paced, high-quality veterinary hospital dedicated to providing exceptional emergency and specialty care to our patients and clients. Our ER team works collaboratively in a supportive environment where learning, teamwork, and patient advocacy are top priorities. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Veterinary Technician to join our Overnight/Emergency (ER) team . This role is ideal for technicians who thrive in high-acuity situations, enjoy critical thinking, and are passionate about emergency and critical care medicine. Key Responsibilities Triage and assess emergency and critical patients Assist veterinarians with emergency procedures, diagnostics, and surgeries Monitor and manage hospitalized and critical care patients Place IV catheters, draw blood, run laboratory tests, and administer medications Operate and maintain anesthesia and monitoring equipment Communicate effectively with veterinarians, team members, and pet owners during high-stress situations Accurately maintain medical records and treatment sheets Maintain a clean, organized, and safe ER environment NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act. NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. #J-18808-Ljbffr