Night Veterinary Technician — Mentored, Impactful Urgent Care

Utah Veterinary Emergency Center; Utah; On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid sick leave

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dent,

CE allowance; board certification paid

Espresso machine for night shifts

Nap sleep on shift when possible

Kitchen with meals and snacks

Employee pet care discounts

Independent ownership—clinical-led

Job summary

Utah Veterinary Emergency Center (UVEC) in Herriman, Utah, is seeking an Overnight Veterinary Technician to support doctors as a clinical partner during night shifts. You will monitor hospitalized patients, assist with incoming cases, and help maintain a ready hospital for the day team.

UVEC offers mentorship, a strong team culture, and a comprehensive benefits package, plus on-call bonuses and a sustainable schedule with 11 PM–11 AM shifts when needed.

Qualifications

• CVT preferred; unlicensed considered with strong hands-on experience.
• Experience in urgent care or specialty settings is a plus.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and patient restraint.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to compassionate, evidence-based veterinary medicine.
• Strong work ethic and desire to continuously improve.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in examination, diagnosis, and treatment of urgent care patients
• Place IV catheters, draw blood, and obtain diagnostic samples
• Induce, monitor, and recover patients under anesthesia
• Assist in surgical procedures and maintain sterile technique
• Administer medications, fluids, and treatments as directed
• Run in-house laboratory diagnostics and assist with imaging
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes in status to the attending veterinarian
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with pet owners
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records and treatment logs
• Keep treatment areas, surgical suites, and equipment clean, stocked, and organized
• Practice the gold standard of patient care in every interaction

Skills

CVT preferred

Urgent care experience

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient restraint

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Strong work ethic

Job description

Utah Veterinary Emergency Center (UVEC) in Herriman, Utah, is seeking an Overnight Veterinary Technician to support doctors as a clinical partner during night shifts. You will monitor hospitalized patients, assist with incoming cases, and help maintain a ready hospital for the day team.

UVEC offers mentorship, a strong team culture, and a comprehensive benefits package, plus on-call bonuses and a sustainable schedule with 11 PM–11 AM shifts when needed.