Emergency RVT Vet Tech – Weekend Day Shifts

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet perks and veterinary service dis |

Free CE courses

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Albuquerque is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician – Emergency to join our weekend day team. You will triage and support emergency patients, assist veterinarians in critical procedures, and operate radiography, ultrasound, and in-house labs to deliver timely care.

You will maintain patient monitoring, perform blood draws and IV catheter placement, and communicate clearly with clients during crises, while upholding our high standards of compassion and

Qualifications

• RVT or equivalent with emergency/critical care experience.
• Strong anesthesia, venipuncture, and patient monitoring skills.
• Ability to stay calm, focused and compassionate in high-pressure situations.
• Excellent communication with clients and team members.
• Flexibility to work Friday–Sunday day shifts, 12-hour shifts.
• Passion for animal welfare and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency patients and relay critical information to the veterinary team.
• Assist veterinarians in emergency procedures such as wound repair, fluid therapy, and anesthesia monitoring.
• Operate and maintain diagnostic equipment (digital radiography, in-house labs, ultrasound).
• Administer medications, place IV catheters, perform blood draws with precision.
• Monitor hospitalized patients, document changes and alert the team promptly.
• Provide compassionate client communication during stressful situations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked treatment area.

Skills

Anesthesia

Venipuncture

Patient monitoring

Communication

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or equivalent emergency/critical care experience

Tools

Digital radiography

In-house lab analyzers

Ultrasound

Job description

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Albuquerque is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician – Emergency to join our weekend day team. You will triage and support emergency patients, assist veterinarians in critical procedures, and operate radiography, ultrasound, and in-house labs to deliver timely care.

You will maintain patient monitoring, perform blood draws and IV catheter placement, and communicate clearly with clients during crises, while upholding our high standards of compassion and