Veterinary Technician - Emergency - Overnight at Metropolitan Veterinary Associates summary:
As a Veterinary Technician in the Emergency Department, you will provide critical care to pets during the overnight shift, ensuring high-quality treatment and support. This role requires at least two years of experience in emergency veterinary medicine and involves tasks such as triaging emergencies, administering anesthesia, and communicating with clients. Join a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the growth and development of its staff while making a meaningful impact on animal health.
Join a hospital where your growth matters! Our state-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot facility is home to 13 specialty departments, offering top-tier medicine and cutting-edge diagnostics. We provide unmatched opportunities to advance your skills, collaborate with leading specialists, and make a meaningful impact on pets and their families.
About the Veterinary Technician - Emergency Overnight Role
We are looking to add to our growing hospital and are in search of a Veterinary Nurse (Veterinary Technician) with at least two years of experience in emergency veterinary medicine to work in our Emergency Department.
Schedule & Compensation
Schedule: 8 pm - 8 am Thursday-Saturday
Compensation: From $27.50/hr *this includes shift differential
What You’ll Do
- Triage – identify emergencies and illnesses
- Perform various treatments on an in-house and outpatient basis
- Anesthesia: Induction, monitoring, troubleshooting, recover patients
- Administer medications
- Assist in procedures
- Position and capture of radiographs
- Communicate with clients, and team members (verbally and written)
- Fear Free handling: safe, stress free interactions for team members, clients, and patients
- Two or more years of experience in emergency veterinary medicine
- Current CVT/LVT/RVT preferred or educational equivalent.
- Broad knowledge of basic small animal medicine (pharmacology, proper restraint/handling, venipuncture, laboratory testing)
- Thorough understanding and knowledge of medical terminology, medications, and disease processes
- Attention to detail and a calm demeanor
- Ability to work in a fast paced, environment
- Proficient computer skills
Our top tier benefits include
- Leading industry compensation
- Education Assistance Program & tuition reimbursement
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid volunteer time off
- Continuing education paid time off and allowance (for licensed and non-licensed team members)
- Retirement plan including matching funds
- Pet adoption reimbursement
- Mentorship with a team dedicated to Education and Development
- Emotional support and well-being benefits for team members
- Unlimited growth potential
At MVA, YOU are our priority. If you're looking for a career where you can thrive, grow, and truly make a difference, we’d love to have you join our team!
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Keywords:
Veterinary Technician, Emergency Veterinary Medicine, Overnight Shift, Animal Care, Veterinary Services, Triage, Anesthesia, Pet Health, Veterinary Nurse, Client Communication
