ER Veterinary Technician

The Parc; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Excellent benefits

75% employee discount for pets

Job summary

The Parc in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an ER Veterinary Technician to join their highly regarded team. In this role, you will focus on urgent and emergency cases while working in a supportive environment designed to deliver exceptional pet care. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years of experience, strong critical thinking abilities, and a compassionate demeanor under pressure. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a generous employee discount for your pets.

Qualifications

• Experience in anesthesia, surgical assisting, and post-operative care.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and observational skills.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and compassionate under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for emergency and hospitalized patients.
• Support veterinarians during emergency procedures, surgery, and critical care cases.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners during urgent situations.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Observational skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to multitask

Education

Minimum of 2 years as an emergency veterinary technician

CVT/LVT/RVT encouraged to apply

Tools

Digital radiography

Lab testing equipment

Job description

The PARC is a full-service emergency and general practice veterinary hospital in Fort Worth, TX, designed to deliver excellent pet care at every stage of life. Our hospital uniquely combines daytime general practice with a 24/7 emergency service, supported by in-house diagnostics, surgery, and critical care — all under one roof.

Our ER team focuses exclusively on urgent, emergent, and hospitalized cases. As an ER Veterinary Technician at The PARC, you’ll work at the center of fast-paced, high-acuity medicine — stabilizing critical patients, supporting advanced procedures, and delivering skilled, compassionate care when it matters most.

While our ER and GP teams collaborate closely, roles are clearly defined — allowing ER technicians to stay focused on emergency care while still benefiting from a highly connected, team-oriented hospital environment.

Our name reflects who we are and how we practice. The PARC stands for P eople first . A nimals at the heart of everything we do . R evolutionary C are . We believe that when we take exceptional care of pet parents — especially in moments of uncertainty — we’re able to deliver truly revolutionary veterinary care. If you value building long-term relationships, communicating with clarity and empathy, and understand that caring for people is essential to caring for animals, you’ll thrive here.

We are consistently named in Fort Worth “Best Of” polls, reflecting the trust our community places in our team. Our hospital is nationally recognized for its design and approach, making The PARC one of the most unique and thoughtfully built animal hospitals in the country — created to reduce stress for both pets and their people.

Why You’ll Love ER at The PARC

• Focused emergency medicine — work exclusively on ER and hospitalized cases, allowing you to fully utilize and grow your critical care skillset.
• High-level medicine, fully supported — access to in-house diagnostics, advanced monitoring, surgery, and critical care tools to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Strong ER team environment — work alongside experienced ER veterinarians and technicians who value your skills, trust your judgment, and support each other in high-pressure moments.
• Collaborative hospital, clearly defined roles — while GP and ER teams communicate and coordinate care, ER technicians remain dedicated to emergency cases without competing priorities.
• Bright, thoughtfully designed hospital — spacious treatment areas and intentional design improve workflow and reduce stress for both patients and staff.
• Pride in what you do every day — from life‑saving interventions to guiding pet owners through crisis, your work has a meaningful and immediate impact. Our 2,100+ Google reviews with a 4.5-star average reflect that.
• Compensation and benefits that reflect your value — competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a 75% employee discount for your own pets.
• A culture rooted in what matters — relational, collaborative, and clear. We support each other, communicate openly, and take pride in doing meaningful work together.
• A sustainable approach to ER medicine — strong staffing, clear workflows, and a team-based model designed to support longevity in emergency veterinary medicine.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as an emergency veterinary technician
• CVT/LVT/RVT encouraged to apply
• Experience in anesthesia, surgical assisting, and post-operative care
• Strong critical thinking, problem‑solving, and observational skills
• High attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• Proficiency with diagnostic equipment including digital radiography and lab testing
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and compassionate under pressure
• Strong communication skills and a team‑oriented mindset

What You'll Do

• Provide nursing care for emergency and hospitalized patients
• Support veterinarians during emergency procedures, surgery, and critical care cases
• Monitor anesthetized and critically ill patients with precision and attention to detail
• Perform emergency triage and assist with patient stabilization
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Collect and run laboratory samples including blood, urine, and other diagnostics
• Obtain vital signs including blood pressure and SpO₂
• Perform digital radiography with proper positioning and technique
• Maintain accurate, detailed medical records
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners during urgent situations
• Maintain clean, organized, and efficient treatment areas