Overnight ER Vet Tech: Critical Care & ICU

NVA General Practice; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Continuing education opportunities

Uniform allowance after 90 days

Employee discounts on services and/or

Job summary

Metairie Small Animal Hospital (MSAH) in Metairie, LA is seeking an Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician to join our ER team. You’ll care for urgent and hospitalized patients alongside experienced veterinarians, with a focus on patient advocacy, teamwork, and ongoing skill development.

We welcome credentialed and non-credentialed RVT/LVT/CVT candidates with hands-on experience. Expect three 12-hour or four 10-hour overnight shifts, a supportive learning environment, and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Hands-on veterinary technician experience required.
• ER/ICU or critical care experience is a plus.
• Comfortable working with high-acuity hospitalized patients.

Responsibilities

• Triage and assess incoming emergencies.
• Provide nursing care for hospitalized/critically ill patients.
• Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.

Skills

ER experience

Teamwork

Communication

Dependable

Patient care

Education

Licensed RVT/LVT/CVT credential

Tools

Radiography

Monitors/IV equipment

Job description

Metairie Small Animal Hospital (MSAH) in Metairie, LA is seeking an Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician to join our ER team. You’ll care for urgent and hospitalized patients alongside experienced veterinarians, with a focus on patient advocacy, teamwork, and ongoing skill development.

We welcome credentialed and non-credentialed RVT/LVT/CVT candidates with hands-on experience. Expect three 12-hour or four 10-hour overnight shifts, a supportive learning environment, and opportunities for