Emergency Vet Tech — Sign-On & Overnight Pay

Ethos Veterinary Health; Estero (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Flexible Spending Account

Life insurance

Professional development assistance

Employee referral program

100% hospital-paid Penn Foster scholar

Job summary

Florida Veterinary Referral Center (FVRC) in Estero, FL, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician for our Emergency team. This full-time position supports fast-paced emergency and specialty care, with four 10-hour day shifts per week and occasional swing shifts.

Expect $20–$27/hour based on experience, with additional compensation for licensed technicians, sign-on bonuses, and shift differentials for overnights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician.
• Emergency veterinary experience is preferred and LVT certification is prioritized.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on nursing care to emergency and hospitalized patients with diagnostic support.
• Restrain and handle dogs and cats, assist with imaging, labs, phlebotomy, anesthesia and monitoring.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure cleanliness of treatment areas and equipment.
• Communicate with clients professionally and collaborate with the veterinary team.

Skills

Emergency veterinary experience

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certification

Tools

Diagnostic imaging

Phlebotomy and venipuncture

Anesthesia monitoring

Job description

Florida Veterinary Referral Center (FVRC) in Estero, FL, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician for our Emergency team. This full-time position supports fast-paced emergency and specialty care, with four 10-hour day shifts per week and occasional swing shifts.

Expect $20–$27/hour based on experience, with additional compensation for licensed technicians, sign-on bonuses, and shift differentials for overnights and weekends.