Emergency Vet Technician – Nights & Weekend Differential

ethosveterinaryhealth; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Health Savings Account / Flexible Sp.

Life and Disability insurance

PTO and Holidays

Pet Discount and EAP

Professional development and tuition

Uniform stipend

Retirement plan

Job summary

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician to triage and provide lifesaving care in a high-acuity ER setting in Houston, TX. The role emphasizes rapid assessment, diagnostics, and collaboration with ER doctors and staff.

The position requires strong nursing skills, team collaboration, and excellent client communication in a fast-paced environment. Competitive hourly pay with applicable weekend and overnight differentials is offered, along

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred.
• Two years of veterinary experience encouraged to apply.
• Emergency or Critical Care experience preferred.
• Strong technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, medication administration, and patient monitoring.
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, radiology safety, and fluid therapy.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required; multilingual candidates encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized patients, including medications, fluids, and treatments.
• Deliver compassionate client support with timely updates and prognosis discussions.
• Maintain thorough medical records and document changes in patient status.
• Collaborate with veterinarians and staff to develop and implement care plans.
• Maintain clean, organized treatment areas and manage equipment for hospitalized patients.

Skills

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiology safety

Fluid therapy

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

English fluency

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) certificate

Job description

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician to triage and provide lifesaving care in a high-acuity ER setting in Houston, TX. The role emphasizes rapid assessment, diagnostics, and collaboration with ER doctors and staff.

The position requires strong nursing skills, team collaboration, and excellent client communication in a fast-paced environment. Competitive hourly pay with applicable weekend and overnight differentials is offered, along