Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant

Emergencyvetniceville; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Shift differential pay

Employee pet care discounts

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician Assistant / Veterinary Assistant to join our 24/7 emergency team in Niceville, FL. You will provide daily care for hospitalized and emergency patients, assist with treatments, and support our veterinary team in fast-paced, high‑stakes cases.

We welcome candidates with a foundation in veterinary medicine and a strong desire to grow in emergency medicine, patient monitoring, and nursing responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Must have foundation in veterinary medicine and be dependable.
• Willingness to learn Emergency Medicine, patient care and Veterinary Technician responsibilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to monitor patient condition.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow hospital protocols.
• Excellent teamwork and communication with staff and clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily care for hospitalized and emergency patients.
• Walk dogs and provide regular bathroom breaks as directed.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the team.
• Assist with patient handling, restraint, and transportation.
• Support veterinarians and technicians with treatments and nursing tasks.

Skills

Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Technician Assistant

Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Nurse

Hands-on clinical experience

Job description

Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Niceville, Florida

Compensation: $18.00 - $20.00 / hour

Description

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville is looking for a Veterinary Technician Assistant / Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team.

If you have a foundation in veterinary medicine and want to build your skills in Emergency Medicine, patient care, and Veterinary Technician responsibilities, we want to meet you.

This is a hands‑on opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Technician Assistant, or developing Veterinary Technician who is ready to take on additional responsibility while continuing to learn and grow. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will include direct patient care, nursing support, patient monitoring, treatment‑area support, and assisting the veterinary team with emergency and hospitalized patients.

Previous Emergency or Critical Care experience is not required. We are interested in candidates with a strong foundation in veterinary medicine who are dependable, comfortable with hands‑on patient care, and motivated to develop their technical skills.

What You'll Do

As a Veterinary Technician Assistant / Veterinary Technician, you will support the care of emergency and hospitalized patients while working alongside our Veterinary Technicians and Veterinarians.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Provide daily care for hospitalized and emergency patients, including feeding and watering according to established care instructions
• Walk dogs and provide regular bathroom breaks as directed
• Monitor patients closely and report changes in condition, behavior, appetite, elimination, or other concerns
• Assist with safe patient handling, restraint, and transportation
• Assist Veterinary Technicians with patient‑care needs, treatments, and other clinical responsibilities as directed
• Maintain patients in a clean, safe, and comfortable environment
• Clean and disinfect kennels, treatment areas, and other patient‑care spaces
• Change soiled bedding and maintain appropriate patient hygiene
• Maintain laundry, linens, medical supplies, and patient‑care areas
• Keep treatment areas, kennels, and supply areas clean, organized, and properly stocked
• Follow hospital safety, isolation, sanitation, and infection‑control protocols
• Communicate patient updates, outstanding tasks, and concerns clearly to the incoming shift
• Take initiative to identify additional tasks that need to be completed once assigned responsibilities are finished
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary team to support efficient patient care and daily hospital operations
• Maintain professional, respectful, and compassionate interactions with coworkers, clients, and patients

Veterinary Technician Skills & Opportunities to Grow

As you gain experience and demonstrate proficiency, there are opportunities to take on more advanced Veterinary Technician responsibilities and continue developing your clinical skillset through hands‑on training, mentorship, and continued learning.

Depending on your current experience and level of training, you may have opportunities to develop skills in:

• Patient intake, triage, and vital signs
• Venipuncture and blood collection
• IV catheter placement
• Medication administration and treatments
• Anesthesia monitoring and recovery
• In-house laboratory diagnostics
• Digital radiology and imaging
• Surgical and emergency procedure support
• Hospitalized and critical‑care patient monitoring
• Emergency and critical‑care nursing

What We're Looking For

We welcome candidates with experience as a:

• Veterinary Assistant
• Veterinary Technician Assistant
• Veterinary Technician
• Veterinary Nurse
• Veterinary professional with comparable hands‑on clinical experience

We're especially interested in candidates who have:

• Previous experience in a veterinary hospital, animal hospital, veterinary clinic, emergency hospital, shelter, or similar animal‑care environment
• Hands‑on experience with patient care, handling, restraint, treatments, or nursing support
• Comfort working with dogs and cats
• Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize changes in patient condition
• Ability to follow patient‑care instructions and hospital protocols
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to stay calm, focused, and organized in a fast‑paced environment
• Dependability and willingness to take initiative
• A genuine interest in learning and developing additional veterinary skills

Experience with venipuncture, IVC placement, medication administration, anesthesia, surgery, radiology, laboratory diagnostics, or hospitalized patients is a plus.

Credentialing and previous Emergency or Critical Care experience are not required.

• Overnight and weekend coverage
• 8:00 PM - 8:00 AM
• Overnight and weekend team members are eligible for shift differential pay
• Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays is expected in a 24/7 emergency hospital

Why Join Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville?

Compensation

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

Why Join Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville?

• Modern 24/7 Emergency and Critical Care hospital
• Hands‑on experience with emergency and hospitalized patients
• Opportunities to develop Veterinary Technician skills
• Training and mentorship from experienced emergency veterinarians and technicians
• Exposure to emergency medicine, critical care, diagnostics, anesthesia, surgery, and patient nursing
• Opportunities for advancement as your skills and experience grow
• Continuing Education support and paid training
• Performance reviews and career development opportunities
• Career advancement pathways within Innovetive Petcare
• Employee pet care discounts

Eligible team members may have access to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance Options
• Employee Assistance Program and Calm Health wellness resources
• Rocket Lawyer legal support for eligible team members and their immediate family

HeadStart Student Loan Support

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.

About Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville provides 24/7 emergency veterinary care for pets throughout Niceville and the Emerald Coast. Our team provides compassionate, timely care when pets need veterinary attention outside of traditional business hours.

Whether you're an experienced Veterinary Technician looking to expand your Emergency Medicine skills or a Veterinary Assistant ready to take the next step in your veterinary career, this opportunity provides the chance to contribute to patient care today while continuing to develop your technical abilities for tomorrow.