Emergency Vet Technician - Per Diem, Flexible Shifts

Ethos Veterinary Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Hands-on emergency experience

24/7 team environment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health’s Emergency Animal Hospital of Collin County in Plano, TX is seeking a Veterinary Technician for per diem shifts. This fast-paced ER role delivers compassionate nursing care for critically ill and injured patients, in collaboration with an experienced emergency team.

Schedule includes Day, Swing, and Overnight shifts. Compensation ranges from $20–$28/hr based on experience, with a $4/hr overnight differential.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred.
• Two years of veterinary experience encouraged.
• Emergency or specialty veterinary experience preferred.
• Strong technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, medication administration, and patient monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to emergency and critical care patients.
• Place IV catheters, collect blood samples, administer medications, and manage IV fluid therapy.
• Assist with emergency diagnostics, treatments, and supportive care procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with emergency and surgical procedures.
• Perform patient assessments, monitor vital signs, and report changes in patient condition.
• Safely restrain and handle patients while maintaining comfort and minimizing stress.
• Accurately document treatments, diagnostics, and patient observations in medical records.
• Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and clients regarding patient care plans.
• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and client education.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked treatment and emergency areas.

Skills

LVT/CVT/RVT credentials

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

English communication

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred

Job description

Ethos Veterinary Health’s Emergency Animal Hospital of Collin County in Plano, TX is seeking a Veterinary Technician for per diem shifts. This fast-paced ER role delivers compassionate nursing care for critically ill and injured patients, in collaboration with an experienced emergency team.

Schedule includes Day, Swing, and Overnight shifts. Compensation ranges from $20–$28/hr based on experience, with a $4/hr overnight differential.