Emergency Veterinary Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading veterinary hospital as an Overnight Emergency Veterinary Nurse, where you'll work with a dedicated team to provide critical care to companion animals. In this role, you'll utilize advanced medical technologies and collaborate with board-certified veterinarians to ensure the best outcomes for your patients. With a flexible schedule and a supportive environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to grow in your veterinary nursing career while making a significant impact on the lives of animals in need. If you're passionate about animal care and looking for a rewarding career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Pet Care Discount (80%)

Flexible Schedule

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Assistance

CE Allowance up to $2500 per year

Qualifications

• 1+ years of veterinary nursing experience required; 3 years preferred.
• Proficiency in venipuncture and IVC placement is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care and support to companion animals.
• Work alongside experienced veterinarians and nursing staff.

Skills

Venipuncture

IVC Placement

Animal Behavior Understanding

Small Animal Surgery Knowledge

Dosage Calculations

Veterinary Nursing Experience

Flexibility and Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Veterinary Nursing Degree

Tools

Veterinary Medical Equipment

Job description

Veterinary Referral Center (VRC) is a comprehensive, referral specialty & emergency critical care veterinary hospital in Malvern, Pennsylvania. We are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for appointments, advanced imaging, surgery and emergency/critical care services. At our hospital, you'll be working alongside a large team of experienced & board-certified veterinarians with advanced specialized training who utilize the latest innovations in medicine and technology to treat companion animals. Our veterinary services include trauma treatment and critical care, medical oncology, radiation therapy oncology, cardiology, internal medicine, ophthalmology, orthopedic surgery, soft tissue surgery, dentistry/oral surgery, neurology and neurosurgery, MRI and CT, endoscopy, rehabilitation, and emergency services.

We are looking to add a skilled Overnight Emergency Veterinary Nurse to complement our growing, fast-paced hospital. By joining VRC, you will be supported by a team of excellent nurses and assistants along with experienced, board-certified veterinarians. We utilize the latest innovations in medicine and technology to treat companion animals on an emergency basis and/or long-term ailments.

Schedule:

• 3/12's, overnights needed
• Once a month on call is required. Our nurses get to choose if they will do Anesthesia on call or Treatment on call!

Compensation:

• Hourly range $18-34/hour
• Overnight shifts receive a $3/hr shift differential
• Credentialed Veterinary Technicians receive an additional $2 an hour
• Veterinary Technician Specialists receive an additional $4 an hour
• On call stipend for Anesthesia techs is an additional $350 on top of hourly pay!
• On call stipend for Treatment techs is an additional $300 on top of hourly pay!

Preferred Skills:

• Proficiency in venipuncture & IVC placement
• Proper handling/restraint and an understanding of animal behavior (fear-free familiarity is a plus!)
• A broad knowledge of small animal surgery, disease processes and medicine; be comfortable with dosages and calculations, including CRI's and IVF additives
• At least 1 year of veterinary nursing experience is required, 3 is preferred.
• Flexible, adaptable, self-motivated, and a team player

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401(k) with a company match!
• Employee assistance program
• Generous employee pet care discount at 80%!!
• Flexible schedule
• FSA/HSA
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Uniform allowance for full-time and part-time employees
• Paid holidays/paid time and a half for working holidays
• CE allowance up to $2500 per year, based on licensure!

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.