Overnight Emergency Vet Tech Lead (CVT)

Ethos Veterinary Health; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount

Continuing Education Opportunities and

Professional Development Assistance

Paid License Renewal Fees

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Quarterly Bonus Opportunities

Uniform Allowance

Life Insurance & Disability Insurance

HSA/FSA Options

Job summary

Ethos Discovery seeks an Overnight Credentialed Veterinary Technician Shift Lead (CVT, LVT, or RVT) to join our Emergency team in Bradenton, FL. Earn $20.00-$32.00/hour plus a $2.00/hour overnight differential (10:00 PM-8:00 AM) with full-time, three 12-hour overnight shifts.

Responsibilities include leading overnight nursing, coordinating staff, supporting doctors, and mentoring teammates within a high-pressure emergency setting. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of Veterinary Technician experience, preferably in Emergency Veterinary Medicine.
• Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT)
• Strong technical skills including phlebotomy, venipuncture, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory procedures, patient restraint, and emergency nursing care
• Experience with emergency triage and critical care patient monitoring preferred
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations
• Passion for learning advanced emergency and critical care techniques
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Responsibilities

• Lead by example while providing hands-on nursing care for emergency and critical care patients
• Serve as the primary resource for Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants during overnight shifts
• Coordinate patient flow, staffing assignments, and workflow throughout the shift
• Assist veterinarians with emergency examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures
• Triage incoming emergency patients using physical assessments and monitoring parameters
• Perform advanced technical skills including venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication administration, laboratory testing, and anesthesia support
• Monitor hospitalized and critical patients, communicating changes promptly to the medical team
• Assist with blood transfusions, CRIs, oxygen therapy, and advanced nursing procedures
• Support CPR efforts and emergency stabilization of critical patients
• Mentor and coach Veterinary Technicians and support staff while fostering a collaborative team environment
• Assist with onboarding and training new team members
• Promote efficient communication between doctors, technicians, assistants, and client service teams
• Help resolve workflow challenges and elevate concerns to hospital leadership when appropriate
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure high standards of patient care are consistently met
• Monitor inventory and equipment needs during the shift and communicate shortages proactively

Skills

CVT Certification

Emergency nursing skills

Phlebotomy/Venipuncture

Anesthesia monitoring

Laboratory procedures

Emergency triage

Team leadership/Mentorship

Communication skills

Fluent English

Job description

Ethos Discovery seeks an Overnight Credentialed Veterinary Technician Shift Lead (CVT, LVT, or RVT) to join our Emergency team in Bradenton, FL. Earn $20.00-$32.00/hour plus a $2.00/hour overnight differential (10:00 PM-8:00 AM) with full-time, three 12-hour overnight shifts.

Responsibilities include leading overnight nursing, coordinating staff, supporting doctors, and mentoring teammates within a high-pressure emergency setting. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities available.