Emergency Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals; Town of Middleton (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid vacation/sick days

401(k)

Employee pet discounts

Job summary

VCA Veterinary Emergency and Veterinary Specialty Center is seeking a Part-time Emergency Veterinary Technician to join the Swing/Evening Team in Middleton, WI. You will support the Emergency doctor teams, creating a calm, low-stress atmosphere for clients and patients during high-pressure shifts.

As a member of the Emergency and Critical Care team, you will triage cases, place IV catheters, monitor patients, and assist with anesthesia and imaging.

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT certification required or eligible to obtain.
• Eligible to transfer current license to the state within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Triage and prioritize incoming emergency cases.
• Coordinate ER flow by assigning clinicians and ensuring timely patient care.
• Provide high-quality nursing care and monitor critically ill or injured patients.
• Place IV catheters, perform diagnostic testing, and administer treatments.
• Assist in and monitor anesthesia for emergency procedures; manage patient recovery.
• Support clinicians during exams, procedures, and diagnostic imaging (radiographs, labs).
• Communicate clearly with clients about patient status and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate medical records, enter charges, and complete treatment sheets.
• Collaborate with CSRs and team members to ensure a smooth client experience.
• Maintain cleanliness, follow infection control protocols, and ensure proper patient restraint.
• Participate in continuing education and ongoing professional development.

Education

Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

License transfer eligibility within 3 months of hire

Job description

Location: 1612 N. High Point Road Suite 100, Middleton, WI 53562

Part-time Emergency Veterinary Technician for Swing/Evening Team at VCA Veterinary Emergency and Veterinary Specialty Center.

Snapshot of the Role

As an Emergency team member, you will support the Emergency doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.

Our Emergency and Critical Care Technicians thrive in a fast-paced service, handle critical case, and enjoy the stimulating caseload. Our Technicians have the opportunity to sharpen and advance their technical skills every day.

• Triage and prioritize incoming emergency cases
• Coordinate ER flow by assigning clinicians and ensuring timely patient care
• Provide high-quality nursing care and monitor critically ill or injured patients
• Place IV catheters, perform diagnostic testing, and administer treatments
• Assist in and monitor anesthesia for emergency procedures; manage patient recovery
• Support clinicians during exams, procedures, and diagnostic imaging (radiographs, labs)
• Communicate clearly with clients about patient status and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate medical records, enter charges, and complete treatment sheets
• Collaborate with CSRs and team members to ensure a smooth client experience
• Maintain cleanliness, follow infection control protocols, and ensure proper patient restraint
• Participate in continuing education and ongoing professional development

Compensation

Compensation: $25 - 30/hr and pay starting range is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field. Financial growth opportunities available.

We also offer a shift differential to all hourly associates who work within a specific timeframe.

Schedule

Schedule: Part-time, Swing/ 2nd shift.

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
• Eligible to transfer current license to the state or obtain state credentialing within 3 months of hire.

Benefits

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com