Emergency Veterinary Technician

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Employee pet care discounts

Continuing Education support

Career development opportunities

Mental wellness resources and EAP

Job summary

Doral Centre Animal Hospital in Doral, FL is seeking an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician to join our overnight team. You will be involved in stabilization, monitoring, and treatment of high-acuity emergency cases in a modern, collaborative hospital setting.

The role emphasizes anesthesia support, IV therapy, radiology, and patient care across ICU and ER environments. Competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant experience.
• Strong skills in venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and patient restraint.
• Experience in Emergency Medicine or Critical Care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming emergency patients.
• Assist with stabilization and life-saving interventions.
• Monitor hospitalized and ICU patients.
• Perform CPR and emergency response procedures.
• Administer medications and fluid therapy.
• Provide post-operative patient care.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Emergency care

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT credential

Tools

Radiology

Job description

Emergency Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Doral, Florida

Compensation: $20.00 - $30.00 / hour

Doral Centre Animal Hospital is actively hiring an experienced Emergency Veterinary Technician to join our growing overnight team. If you thrive in Emergency Medicine, enjoy working high-acuity cases, and want to be part of a hospital investing in its future, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while continuing to grow your technical skills. Our recently expanded facility serves pets throughout the greater Miami area, providing advanced Emergency and Critical Care services in a collaborative, team-focused environment.

Daytime Schedule: 7:00 AM -7:00 PM

Rotating weekends and holidays required.

Why Emergency Technicians Choose Doral Centre Animal Hospital

• Dedicated Emergency and Critical Care Hospital
• Modern, recently expanded facility
• Exposure to trauma, stabilization, ICU, and emergency surgical cases
• Strong collaboration between doctors, technicians, and assistants
• Leadership team committed to professional growth and development
• Competitive compensation and advancement opportunities

What You'll Do

As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you will play a critical role in patient stabilization, treatment, monitoring, and recovery.

Emergency and Critical Care

• Triage incoming emergency patients
• Assist with stabilization and life-saving interventions
• Monitor hospitalized and ICU patients
• Perform CPR and emergency response procedures
• Administer medications and fluid therapy

Technical Skills

• IV catheter placement
• Venipuncture and sample collection
• Radiology and diagnostic imaging
• Laboratory testing and patient monitoring
• Medical record documentation

Anesthesia and Surgical Support

• Assist with anesthesia induction and intubation
• Monitor patients during procedures
• Support emergency surgical cases
• Provide post-operative patient care

Client Communication

• Provide compassionate updates and education to pet owners
• Partner with veterinarians to ensure continuity of care
• Deliver exceptional client service during stressful situations

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Minimum 2 years of Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant experience
• Strong technical skills including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, patient restraint, medication administration, and laboratory sample collection
• Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced Emergency environment
• Excellent communication and client service skills

• Experience in Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, Urgent Care, Specialty Medicine, or High-Volume General Practice
• CVT, LVT, or RVT credential
• Experience with emergency triage, ICU patients, anesthesia monitoring, surgery, trauma, and CPR

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and restrain patients throughout a 12-hour shift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and more with assistance
• Exposure to animal dander, fur, saliva, urine, feces, blood, cleaning products, disinfectants, fragrances, and veterinary-related odors
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with varying noise levels and frequent interruptions

What We Offer

Compensation

• Veterinary Assistants: $20-$25/hour
• Certified Veterinary Technicians (CVT): $20-$30/hour
• Overnight Shift Differential: Additional $2/hour beginning at 12:00 AM

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Employee pet care discounts
• Continuing Education support
• Career development opportunities
• Mental wellness resources and Employee Assistance Program

HeadStart Program for Certified Veterinary Technicians

As part of the Innovetive Petcare family, eligible Certified Veterinary Technicians may qualify for our HeadStart Program, designed to support newly credentialed technicians as they begin their careers.

• Student loan repayment assistance
• VTNE reimbursement support
• Credential renewal assistance
• Professional development resources

Build Your Emergency Medicine Career Here

Your skills matter. Your growth matters. Your patients matter.

Join a team where experienced Veterinary Technicians are empowered to practice at the top of their skill set while providing exceptional care to pets when they need it most.

About Doral Centre Animal Hospital

For over 25 years, Doral Centre Animal Hospital has been a trusted pillar in the Doral, FL community, offering a unique blend of general practice and 24/7 emergency care. We’re more than just a hospital-we’re a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care for every stage of your pet’s life.

Doral Centre Animal Hospital: Combining expertise, innovation, and compassion to deliver exceptional care to pets and peace of mind to their families.

Equal Opportunity Employer Policy

Doral Centre Animal Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We are proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor. All qualified applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.