Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician — ICU & Critical Care

AAVMP; Mission Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k)

Employee pet care discounts

Continuing education opportunities

Thrive Learning & Development

Career advancement

Job summary

AESOC in Mission Viejo, CA seeks a full-time Veterinary Technician for overnight emergency coverage. You will support veterinarians and licensed technicians in high‑acuity care, monitor ICU patients, assist with triage, and help with diagnostics and treatments.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of veterinary experience and an active California RVT license, with a passion for emergency medicine and patient advocacy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years veterinary experience.
• Active California RVT license required.
• Emergency or specialty hospital experience preferred.
• Strong patient care and technical veterinary skills.
• Experience with patient monitoring, laboratory procedures, radiology, and treatment administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and licensed technicians in emergency and critical care.
• Monitor hospitalized/ICU patients and communicate changes.
• Assist with emergency triage and patient stabilization.
• Obtain patient histories and communicate with clients.
• Maintain complete medical records and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Patient care

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Calm in emergency

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician license (CA)

Tools

Radiology

Laboratory procedures

Catheter placement

Treatment administration

Job description

AESOC in Mission Viejo, CA seeks a full-time Veterinary Technician for overnight emergency coverage. You will support veterinarians and licensed technicians in high‑acuity care, monitor ICU patients, assist with triage, and help with diagnostics and treatments.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of veterinary experience and an active California RVT license, with a passion for emergency medicine and patient advocacy.