Emergency Vet Technician – High-Stakes Care & Growth

Ethos Veterinary Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Life and Disability insurance

PTO and holidays

Professional development support

Job summary

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician to join our 24/7 ER team in Houston. The role focuses on triage, lifesaving care, and close collaboration with vets to manage critical patients.

We offer a fast-paced environment with a full benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and weekend/after-hours differential pay. If you thrive in high-acuity settings, join our respected specialty hospital network.

Qualifications

• Two years of veterinary experience encouraged to apply.
• Emergency or Critical Care experience preferred.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required; multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized patients, including administering medications, treatments, fluid therapy, and ongoing assessments.
• Deliver compassionate client support by providing timely updates and helping pet owners understand the condition, treatment plan, and prognosis.
• Maintain thorough medical records of observations, treatments, diagnostics, medications, and patient status.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and staff to develop and implement patient care plans and communicate critical changes.
• Maintain hospital areas and equipment to ensure high-quality patient care throughout hospitalization.

Skills

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiology safety

Fluid therapy

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred

Job description

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician to join our 24/7 ER team in Houston. The role focuses on triage, lifesaving care, and close collaboration with vets to manage critical patients.

We offer a fast-paced environment with a full benefits package, opportunities for professional development, and weekend/after-hours differential pay. If you thrive in high-acuity settings, join our respected specialty hospital network.