Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician – Critical Care

Ethos Veterinary Health; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Uniform allowance

Pet discounts

Job summary

Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, is seeking a Veterinary Technician for overnight emergency shifts in Hillsborough, New Jersey. The role involves caring for critically ill patients, plus collaboration with an experienced emergency team throughout overnight hours.

Qualified candidates may include CVT/RVT/LVT credentials; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Overnight emergency care experience preferred.
• Credentialed Vet Tech preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in overnight emergency environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to emergency and critically ill patients during overnight shifts.
• Calculate, administer, and monitor medications and treatments accurately and safely.
• Recognize subtle changes in patient condition and intervene appropriately to support patient stability and comfort.
• Place IV catheters, perform venipuncture, and provide advanced fluid therapy.
• Operate and monitor IV fluid pumps and other critical patient care equipment.
• Assist veterinarians with emergency diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records while communicating effectively with the clinical team.
• Collaborate closely with emergency veterinarians and specialty departments to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Support hospitalized patients with compassionate, high-quality nursing care throughout their stay.
• Work independently while maintaining excellent communication and teamwork during overnight shifts.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

Skills

Emergency care

Independent work

Strong communication

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT preferred

Job description

Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, is seeking a Veterinary Technician for overnight emergency shifts in Hillsborough, New Jersey. The role involves caring for critically ill patients, plus collaboration with an experienced emergency team throughout overnight hours.

Qualified candidates may include CVT/RVT/LVT credentials; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.