Emergency Veterinary Technician (SAER) – All Levels

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital is seeking Veterinary Technicians for the Small Animal Emergency Service (SA-ER). The role involves 24/7 emergency care, triage, stabilization, and critical care for small animal patients.

Technicians support advanced nursing procedures, assist with diagnostic testing, and help educate veterinary students. The position requires RVT licensure or active pursuit, with shifts including holidays and on-call coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree; OR associate's degree in veterinary technology AND must be actively licensed with the Louisiana Board of Veterinary Medicine as a Registered Veterinary Technician.
• Preferred Qualifications: Active RVT license and 1 year of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with advanced nursing procedures for triage, assessment, and emergency treatment.
• Assist in rapid evaluation and stabilization of URGENT and life-threatening cases.
• Administer medications and place IV catheters; restrain patients for examinations and procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records, treatment sheets, and discharge instructions.
• Operate and maintain emergency equipment and assist with diagnostic testing.
• Mentor clinical veterinary students and staff; participate in continuing education.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Patient assessment

Medical record documentation

Client communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree in veterinary technology

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license

Tools

ECG monitors

Oxygen cages

Fluid pumps

Bedside blood analyzers

Job description

Louisiana State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital is seeking Veterinary Technicians for the Small Animal Emergency Service (SA-ER). The role involves 24/7 emergency care, triage, stabilization, and critical care for small animal patients.

Technicians support advanced nursing procedures, assist with diagnostic testing, and help educate veterinary students. The position requires RVT licensure or active pursuit, with shifts including holidays and on-call coverage.