Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician - Pacific & Santa Cruz Veterinary Specialists

PetVet Care Centers; Soquel (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support

CE stipends and career development resources

Grant Circle for personal hardship

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers is seeking an Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician for their Soquel, California location. The selected candidate will join a passionate team dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care. Responsibilities will include patient examinations, nursing care, maintaining medical records, and communication with pet owners. Candidates should have at least 2 years of emergency experience. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and includes benefits like medical insurance and 401(k). Pay ranges from $25 to $29 per hour.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience working in an Emergency (ER).
• Experience in Triage, IVC care, and placement.
• Experience in Basic calculations, Sedations, and GA.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs and collecting samples.
• Support patient examinations and operations as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions and reactions.

Skills

Emergency veterinary experience

Triage and IVC care

Basic calculations

Sedations

General Anesthesia

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Pacific & Santa Cruz Veterinary Specialists is currently seeking a Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician to join their team.

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people—providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage—for all the moments that matter.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

At Pacific and Santa Cruz Veterinary Specialists in Santa Cruz, California, our team shares a passion for exceptional patient care and a deep sense of teamwork. We work closely across departments to ensure every pet receives the highest quality of care and every client feels supported. Our culture is built on collaboration, respect, and learning. Team members are encouraged to grow their skills through mentorship, continuing education, and hands‑on experience in a supportive environment.

Why Join Us

• Join a collaborative, team‑driven environment where growth and advancement are actively supported. Our Emergency Department thrives on strong partnerships between doctors, technicians, assistants, and client care teams, creating a workplace where individuals feel valued, heard, and empowered to succeed.
• Our ER team handles a diverse caseload, offering exposure to a wide range of urgent and complex medical cases while providing continuous opportunities to strengthen emergency and critical care skills.
• We are also committed to mentorship and professional development. Through a supportive and collaborative culture, team members are encouraged to expand their knowledge, build confidence, and grow within the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aid as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and complying with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Qualifications (Required)

• 2 or more years of experience working in an Emergency (ER)
• Experience in Triage, IVC care and placement
• Experience in Basic calculations, Sedations, and GA

Preferred Skills (Nice To Have)

• Previous graveyard experience is a plus.

Schedule

• Sunday - Wednesday; 9 PM - 7:30 AM
• Must be able to work some Holidays

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members—professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support—including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle—a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range $25—$29 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care—for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1,700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive. Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high‑quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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