ER/ICU 3rd Shift Technician/Assistant

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center - Knoxville; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Veterinary Technician for their 3rd shift team. In this role, you'll provide exceptional emergency and critical care for pets, utilizing your technical skills in a fast-paced environment. Your responsibilities will include administering medications, performing diagnostic tests, and ensuring high-quality patient care. This position offers a supportive workplace with flexible schedules and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and a 401k with company match. Join a team where your contributions genuinely make a difference in the lives of animals and their families.

Benefits

Generous compensation

3rd Shift Pay Differential

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

401k with 2% company match

Qualifications

• Experience in an ER/ICU or high-paced veterinary environment.
• Confidence in performing technical skills like IV placement and venipuncture.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality care to hospitalized patients.
• Communicate effectively with clients about their pet's care.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition.

Skills

Intravenous catheter placement

Venipuncture

Anesthetic protocols

Radiographic procedures

Diagnostic testing

Client communication

CPR knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Current LVT license

Job description

ER/ICU 3rd Shift Technician/Assistant

Department: Veterinary Assistants

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Hickory, North Carolina

Description

Are you a skilled Veterinary Technician passionate about emergency and critical care? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, overnight setting where you can make a real difference for animals and their families? If so, we want you to join our team!

At Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital, we provide 24-hour emergency and intensive care for pets in need. We're seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician for our 3rd shift (overnight) to help deliver exceptional care when it matters most.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Technical Skills:
  • Intravenous catheter placement and venipuncture.
  • Administer medications via IV, SQ, and oral routes.
  • Proficiency in anesthetic protocols and monitoring.
  • Assist with radiographic procedures.
  • Perform diagnostic testing (blood, urine, fecal).
• Patient Care:
  • Provide compassionate, high-quality care to hospitalized patients.
  • Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition.
  • CPR knowledge and experience.
• Client Relations:
  • Communicate effectively with clients about their pet's care.
  • Educate clients on treatment plans, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Admitting and discharging patients professionally and empathetically.
  • Manage patient invoicing and ensure accurate record-keeping.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience in an ER/ICU or high-paced veterinary environment.
• Confidence in performing the technical skills listed above.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Dedication to providing top-notch patient care and client service.
• Current LVT license preferred, but not required.

Benefits

• Generous compensation
• 3rd Shift Pay Differential
• Flexible schedules
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• 24/7 access to our peer to peer mental well-being platform, Kindly Human.
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with 2% company match
• 529 Gift of College Savings Plan
• CE allowance (and 2 days of CE-specific PTO)
• Student loan repayment program
• AND we also pay 100% of State Licensure Fees