ER Veterinary Tech — Swing Shift with Bonus Opportunities

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

CE & development

Pet perks

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare in Los Angeles, CA is seeking an ER Veterinary Technician for our swing shift to join a busy emergency hospital. The role focuses on accurate patient rounds, IV catheter placement, medication administration, radiographs, anesthesia support, nursing care, and critical patient monitoring.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a strong culture of teamwork, with opportunities for professional growth and continuing education through our ThriveU resources and in-house

Qualifications

• Veterinary technician licensure preferred.
• 2–3 years of clinical experience.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Give accurate and detailed patient rounds.
• Admit and discharge from telemetry system.
• Administer oral medications and manage IV medications.
• Set up IV catheter placement for dogs and cats.
• Perform nursing care including bedding and cleanliness.
• Perform drug calculations and dose conversions.
• Prepare IV fluids and monitor additives.
• Obtain radiographs with proper positioning.
• Perform nebulization and coupage as needed.
• Measure blood pressure and monitor vitals.
• Identify arrhythmias and assist with treatment.
• Prepare surgical packs and instrument setup.
• Set up anesthesia machines and monitoring equipment.
• Collect blood and handle samples correctly.
• Administer Subcutaneous fluids.
• Run in-house labs and interpret results.
• Blood typing and product log.
• Demonstrate safe patient restraint for exams and imaging.
• Assist in CPR and anesthesia on-call shifts as needed.

Skills

Licensed veterinary technician

2–3 years clinical experience

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Thrive Pet Healthcare in Los Angeles, CA is seeking an ER Veterinary Technician for our swing shift to join a busy emergency hospital. The role focuses on accurate patient rounds, IV catheter placement, medication administration, radiographs, anesthesia support, nursing care, and critical patient monitoring.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a strong culture of teamwork, with opportunities for professional growth and continuing education through our ThriveU resources and in-house