Job Summary
******5K bonus***********Join our dedicated veterinary team as a Licensed Overnight Veterinary Technician and play a vital role in providing exceptional care during the overnight hours. In this dynamic position, you will utilize your veterinary expertise to monitor hospitalized patients, assist with critical procedures, and ensure the comfort and safety of our animal patients through the night. Your skills in animal handling, critical care, and veterinary diagnostics will be essential to delivering high-quality veterinary services around the clock. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your technical proficiency and compassionate care make a real difference.
Responsibilities
- Monitor hospitalized animals overnight, including assessing vital signs and recognizing signs of distress or deterioration
- Assist with anesthesia administration, including general anesthesia and sedation protocols, ensuring patient safety during procedures
- Perform venous access procedures such as IV insertion and animal catheterization for medication delivery and fluid therapy
- Conduct laboratory tests, including phlebotomy and diagnostic radiology, to support accurate diagnoses and treatment plans
- Maintain aseptic techniques during surgical and medical procedures to prevent infections
- Handle emergency situations by providing critical care, including emergency medicine interventions and intensive monitoring
- Operate medical equipment such as X-ray machines, radiology diagnostics tools, and anesthesia machines with precision
- Support pet care activities like grooming, feeding, and animal restraint to ensure comfort and safety during overnight shifts
- Document all patient interactions, treatments, medication administrations, and diagnostic results thoroughly in medical records
- Collaborate with veterinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient’s needs
Qualifications
- Valid license as a Veterinary Technician or Technologist in accordance with state regulations
- Proven experience working as a veterinary technician or in animal husbandry, preferably with overnight or critical care experience
- Strong knowledge of veterinary terminology, animal physiology, anatomy, and medical procedures
- Skilled in animal restraint techniques for dogs, cats, and other small animals; experience with equine handling is a plus
- Proficiency in laboratory procedures such as phlebotomy, blood sampling, and diagnostic radiology diagnostics
- Familiarity with anesthesia protocols including general anesthesia management and vascular access techniques
- Ability to operate veterinary medical equipment safely and accurately
- Excellent animal handling skills combined with compassionate pet care practices
- Knowledge of emergency medicine protocols and critical & intensive care procedures
- Strong communication skills for effective team collaboration and client interaction when needed
** The bonus is paid out after completion of 6 months of FT service. Join us in delivering compassionate overnight veterinary care that makes a difference! We’re committed to supporting your professional growth while ensuring every pet receives the highest standard of treatment during their most vulnerable hours.
Pay: $25.09 - $31.21 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
License/Certification:
- Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
