Inpatient ER Vet Tech - 12-Hour Shifts

CVETS; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible spending account (FSA)

Health savings account (HSA)

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Continuing education support

Relocation assistance

Job summary

CVETS in Columbia, SC seeks an Inpatient Emergency Veterinary Technician to join our busy Emergency Department. You will provide hands-on nursing care for hospitalized ER patients, monitor status, administer meds, and document carefully in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll work with board-certified surgeons, specialty clinicians, and a collaborative team, gaining exposure to advanced diagnostics, blood transfusions, and critical care procedures. Relocation support and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience is required.
• Emergency, critical care, or hospitalized patient experience is a plus.
• Veterinary technician licensure is preferred but not required.
• Ability to safely handle dogs and cats with varying medical and behavioral needs.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to remain calm and prioritize responsibilities during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients.
• Administer medications and complete treatments as ordered.
• Monitor patient status and promptly communicate changes to the attending veterinarian.
• Perform blood collection, IV catheter placement, diagnostic testing, and other clinical procedures based on experience and skill level.
• Maintain patient cleanliness, comfort, mobility, nutrition, and elimination needs.
• Complete accurate, timely, and professional medical documentation.
• Prepare patients for procedures, transfers, and discharge.
• Provide thorough rounds during shift changes.
• Communicate with doctors and nursing team members throughout the shift.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked inpatient area.
• Update owners with nursing updates during a patient’s stay and assist with visitation.

Skills

Emergency care

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Education

Veterinary technician licensure preferred

Tools

MRI

CT

C-Arm fluoroscopy

Chemotherapy

Underwater treadmill

In-house lab

I-131 treatment

Job description

CVETS in Columbia, SC seeks an Inpatient Emergency Veterinary Technician to join our busy Emergency Department. You will provide hands-on nursing care for hospitalized ER patients, monitor status, administer meds, and document carefully in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll work with board-certified surgeons, specialty clinicians, and a collaborative team, gaining exposure to advanced diagnostics, blood transfusions, and critical care procedures. Relocation support and benefits are provided.