Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Continuing Education (CE) support and

Paid training

Growth opportunities in emergency care

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Rocket Lawyer Legal Support

Job summary

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville is seeking a Veterinary Technician Assistant to join our 24/7 emergency team in Niceville, Florida. No prior ER credentialing is required; credentialed technicians with strong experience may be considered for higher rates.

You will grow from assisting with triage, venipuncture, anesthesia, and nursing care to taking on more responsibility within our fast-paced hospital.

Qualifications

• Credentialing and prior ER experience not required.
• Veterinary Assistant or developing Technician with hands-on patient care focus.
• Willingness to learn and take on more responsibility.
• Overnight and weekend availability.

Responsibilities

• Care for emergency, urgent, and critical care patients.
• Handle intake, triage, vitals, and monitoring.
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement.
• Administer medications, treatments, and nursing care.
• Monitor anesthesia and recovery.
• Perform in-house labs and imaging.
• Assist in surgical and emergency procedures.
• Communicate with clients and provide compassionate support.

Skills

Patient handling

Restraint

Treatments and nursing care

Venipuncture/IV catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Emergency/critical care experience

Communication and teamwork

Ability to learn quickly

Overnight/weekend availability

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program

Veterinary Assistant/Technician training

Tools

Digital radiography

Ultrasound

Endoscopy

Job description

Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Niceville, Florida

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 / hour

Description

Build Your Emergency Medicine Career Where You Can Grow

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville is looking for a Veterinary Technician Assistant / Veterinary Technician to join our growing Emergency and Critical Care Team.

If you have a foundation in veterinary medicine and want to build your technical skills in Emergency Medicine, we want to meet you.

Credentialing and prior ER experience are not required. We’re especially interested in Veterinary Assistants and developing technicians who are comfortable with patient care, eager to learn, and ready to take on more responsibility.

As the only 24/7 Emergency Veterinary Hospital serving Niceville and the Emerald Coast, we care for pets when they need us most - including nights, weekends, and holidays.

What You’ll Do

• Emergency, urgent, and critical care patients
• Patient intake, triage, vitals, and monitoring
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Medications, treatments, and nursing care
• Anesthesia monitoring and recovery
• In-house laboratory and diagnostic testing
• Radiology and imaging
• Surgical and emergency procedures
• Client communication and compassionate patient support

As your skills grow, so will your responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to move beyond basic patient care and become a more active part of the medical team.

This Could Be a Great Fit If You Are...

• A Veterinary Assistant ready to take the next step
• A developing Veterinary Technician looking for more hands‑on experience
• An experienced technician interested in transitioning into Emergency Medicine
• Coming from general practice, urgent care, specialty, shelter medicine, or another small‑animal setting
• Comfortable working with dogs and cats
• Curious, dependable, and excited to learn

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Technician, Veterinary Nurse, or similar clinical role
• Hands‑on experience with patient handling, restraint, treatments, and nursing care
• Experience with venipuncture, IVCs, anesthesia, surgery, diagnostics, or hospitalized patients is a plus
• Emergency, critical care, urgent care, specialty, or high‑volume GP experience preferred for more advanced roles
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast‑paced environment
• Willingness to learn and grow
• Availability for overnight and weekend shifts

We value hands‑on experience, mentorship, and a willingness to grow. You’ll work alongside experienced emergency veterinarians and technicians while building skills in triage, venipuncture, IVC placement, anesthesia, diagnostics, hospitalized patient care, and emergency procedures.

Whether you’re an experienced ER technician or a Veterinary Assistant ready to grow into emergency medicine, we want to meet you.

Why Join Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville?

Schedule

• Overnight and weekend coverage
• 8:00 PM - 8:00 AM
• Overnight and weekend team members are eligible for shift differential pay.

Compensation

• $18-$20/hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Credentialed technicians with strong experience may be considered at a higher rate.
• Relocation assistance may also be available for experienced credentialed technicians considering a move to the Florida Panhandle.

We’re proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth, financial wellbeing, and overall wellness.

• Competitive pay ranging from $18-$20/hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Performance reviews and advancement opportunities
• Continuing Education (CE) support and paid training
• Growth opportunities in emergency medicine, specialty medicine, and leadership development
• Career advancement pathways within Innovetive Petcare

Eligible CVTs who graduated from an AVMA‑accredited Veterinary Technology Program, passed the VTNE, and obtained credentialing within the past three years may qualify for Innovetive Petcare's HeadStart Student Loan Support Program.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Calm Health Wellness Program, including mental health, stress management, mindfulness, and sleep support resources

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Life Insurance Options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Rocket Lawyer Legal Support for eligible team members and their immediate family

• Modern emergency hospital with advanced diagnostics and treatment capabilities
• Fast‑paced caseload that encourages critical thinking and hands‑on learning
• Collaborative, team‑focused culture with experienced emergency professionals
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact on patients, clients, and the veterinary community

About Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville is a growing emergency veterinary care facility providing exceptional veterinary care in the Northwest Florida Panhandle. Our sister practice in Destin grew so much, we opened our flagship location in Niceville in 1995. We were created by area veterinarians to fill the after‑hour and critical care needs of their patients, and we continue to serve that capacity for the entire region with two locations. Our full‑service emergency and critical care practice is located on the Emerald Coast of Northwest Florida with its sugar sand beaches and multi‑cultural lifestyle.

We see a large and diverse caseload and set high standards for emergency and critical care medicine. Our practice is well equipped with digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, doppler, and a surgical suite. We house a full‑service Veterinary Reference Laboratory that provides STAT laboratory testing for our patients. We provide hematology, chemistry, endocrinology, coagulation, blood gas, lactate, urinalysis, and additional routine tests. We have a highly trained and experienced support staff with a high staff‑to‑doctor ratio to allow for excellence in the care of our emergency and critically ill patients. We take every step to give pets the best possible care and the first step is our wonderful staff.

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville 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.