Emergency Veterinary Technician - Night Shifts + Sign-On

Ethos Veterinary Health; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

CE allowance

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Animal Specialty & Emergency Center of Brevard in Melbourne, FL is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician for our 24-hour Emergency team. Join a dedicated group delivering stabilization, diagnostics, and critical care for urgent cases in a busy hospital.

You will work three 12-hour swings, collaborate with clinicians and specialists, and contribute to high‑quality patient care while advancing your technical skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of Veterinary Technician experience; emergency experience preferred.
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, CVT, or RVT) preferred; unlicensed candidates may be considered.
• Knowledge of veterinary nursing, restraint, phlebotomy, anesthesia, imaging, lab procedures, and patient monitoring.
• Experience with IV catheters, medications, and hospitalized patient care.
• Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay composed in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming emergency patients and assist stabilization and initial treatment.
• Monitor hospitalized emergency and critical care cases during shift.
• Place and maintain IV catheters and administer medications and fluids as directed.
• Collect blood and other samples and perform in-house testing.
• Assist with radiographs, imaging, and emergency procedures.
• Monitor anesthesia and support surgeries and other procedures.
• Provide attentive nursing care to unstable and critically ill patients.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment plans.
• Coordinate with veterinarians, specialists, and technicians to ensure patient care.
• Communicate compassionately with clients during stressful situations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Organization

Education

Licensed Vet Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT)

Job description

Animal Specialty & Emergency Center of Brevard in Melbourne, FL is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician for our 24-hour Emergency team. Join a dedicated group delivering stabilization, diagnostics, and critical care for urgent cases in a busy hospital.

You will work three 12-hour swings, collaborate with clinicians and specialists, and contribute to high‑quality patient care while advancing your technical skills in a supportive environment.