Emergency Veterinary Technician - Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists

PetVet Care Centers; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

We offer shift differentials for overn

We offer shift differentials for overn

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists team is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Technician to provide dedicated patient care, assist in surgeries, and support clients throughout hospital stay.

The role focuses on vital signs, nursing care, anesthesia assistance, and accurate record-keeping, with a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience. Three 12-hour shifts per week with overnight/weekend differential offered.

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technician required.
• Experience with emergency veterinary care preferred.
• Strong communication with clients and team.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vitals and history at presentation.
• Restrain canines and felines safely for exams and procedures.
• Venipuncture of Cephalic, Saphenous, and Jugular veins.
• Assist during surgery and anesthesia.
• Maintain patient records in hospital software.
• Discharge patients and provide client instructions.

Skills

Vital signs

Venipuncture

Radiology

Emergency anesthesia

Medication administration

CPR procedures

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

Hospital management software

Laboratory equipment

Radiography equipment

Job description

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign-on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

PetVet Care Centers' Arkansas Veterinary Emergency & Specialists is currently seeking a Emergency Veterinary Technician to join their team.

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people - providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage - for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience - every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview:

Join our team as a Emergency Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Duties include:

• Obtain vitals of patient and a thorough history from client at presentation
• Restrain canines and felines safely and humanely for exam, diagnostics, and treatments
• Venipuncture of Cephalic, Saphenous, and Jugular
• Perform hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, fecal, coagulation panel, and process laboratory samples for reference lab
• Radiology techniques and positioning
• Place and maintain Intravenous Catheters including central lines
• Place and maintain Urinary Catheters
• Calculate medication doses, including oral, injectable, and CRI
• Administer oral, injectable, and CRI medications, including knowledge of drug compatibilities
• Knowledge of CPR procedures
• Perform emergency anesthesia, including calculations, monitoring, and recovery
• Complete medical records in hospital management software
• Fill prescriptions prior to discharge
• Review discharge instructions with client
• Handle client calls and questions, including schedule appointments
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• We offer shift differentials for overnights and weekends.

Schedule:

• Three 12-hour shifts per week, we are currently looking for the following shifts:
  • Overnight: 6PM - 6AM
  • Weekend, day shift: 6AM - 6PM (Friday-Sunday or Saturday-Monday)

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care - for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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