Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Veterinary Technician | $24-$28/hr | $2,500 Sign-On Bonus for Licensed Technicians

Location: Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time | Three 12-Hour Overnight Shifts | 6:00 PM-6:00 AM or 8:00 PM-8:00 AM
Compensation: $24-$28/hour based on experience + $4.00/hour overnight differential

Pet Emergency & Referral Center (PERC) is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our growing Overnight Emergency team in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced Veterinary Technician who wants to utilize their full skill set, expand their emergency medicine knowledge, and work alongside a collaborative team providing advanced care for critically ill patients.

Compensation

• $24-$28/hour based on experience
• $4.00/hour overnight shift differential
• $2,500 Sign-On Bonus available for experienced overnight LVT applicants

Full-Time Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• Life and AD&D insurance plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Employee pet insurance discounts
• Discounted pet services and supplies
• Employee Costco membership
• Birthday bonus and milestone recognition bonuses
• Referral rewards program
• Uniform allowance
• Continuing Education allowance for Licensed Veterinary Technicians
• And more!

Schedule

• Full-Time or Part-Time available
• Three 12-hour overnight shifts
• Shift options:
  • 6:00 PM-6:00 AM
  • 8:00 PM-8:00 AM
• Weekend availability required

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency patients and assist with assessment and treatment plans.
• Provide hands-on nursing care for hospitalized emergency patients.
• Perform Veterinary Technician duties including phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, patient monitoring, and medication administration.
• Conduct in-house laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures.
• Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and emergency or surgical procedures.
• Support emergency veterinarians with critical patient care.
• Communicate patient updates effectively with the medical team.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient Emergency department.
• Cross-train throughout hospital departments to support patient care needs.
• Utilize advanced technical skills while continuing to grow professionally in Emergency Medicine.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of previous Veterinary Technician experience required
• Licensed Veterinary Technician credential preferred (LVT or CVT)
• Emergency Veterinary Medicine experience strongly preferred
• Ability to triage and assess patients while responding appropriately in critical situations
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to remain calm under pressure
• Flexible and willing to work in different areas of the hospital through cross-training
• Dependable, knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and team-focused
• Ability to provide compassionate patient care in a fast-paced Emergency environment
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About the Hospital

Pet Emergency & Referral Center (PERC) is a busy and growing 24-hour Emergency and Specialty hospital located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Our Emergency service is supported by experienced veterinarians who provide high-quality medical care around the clock while collaborating closely with Specialty departments to provide continued care for critically ill patients.

At PERC, we are committed to creating a supportive learning environment where Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to ask questions, develop their skills, and learn from experienced teammates, clinicians, and specialists. Our fast-paced environment provides opportunities to stay engaged, utilize advanced technical skills, and continue professional growth.

Surrounding Areas

Pet Emergency & Referral Center is located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL and serves surrounding communities including Jupiter, North Palm Beach, Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Lake Worth, Stuart, and surrounding South Florida communities.

Relocating for the right opportunity? Qualified candidates may be eligible for relocation assistance. Palm Beach Gardens offers beautiful beaches, outdoor recreation, boating, dining, and year-round warm weather, making it a great place to grow your veterinary career while enjoying the South Florida lifestyle.

Join Us

Ready to take the next step in your veterinary career? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join our Emergency team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets, their families, and the veterinary community.

Employee Referral Bonus

Know someone who would be a great fit for our team? Ask us about our Employee Referral Program and earn rewards for referring qualified candidates.

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.