Overnight ER Veterinary Technician

Red River Animal Emergency Hospital; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Pet care discounts

Scrub allowance

CE allowance

EAP

PTO

Job summary

Red River Animal Emergency Clinic in Fargo, ND is hiring a full-time Overnight ER Veterinary Technician to join our emergency team. This role offers a fast-paced environment with a focus on compassionate care for critically ill or injured pets.

You will work overnight three days per week, with potential for weekend coverage. The position includes opportunities to expand skills in radiography, ultrasound, anesthesia, endoscopy, and critical care procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.
• Eligible for veterinary technology certification or licensure, or equivalent emergency experience.
• Advanced technical skills in digital radiography, ultrasound, IDEXX equipment, anesthesia ventilation, endoscopy, CT, dialysis and ventilation.

Responsibilities

• Triaging incoming emergency cases.
• Assisting veterinarians with treatments and procedures.
• IV therapy administration.
• Wound care.
• Feeding tube management.
• Patient assessments.
• In-house lab testing (CBC, blood gas, cytology, etc.).
• Communicate with clients during patient discharge.

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

If you're looking for a career that is challenging, rewarding, and filled with opportunities to expand your skills, this could be the perfect next step.

Red River Animal Emergency Clinic is growing, and we're searching for a full-time Overnight ER Veterinary Technician to join our exceptional team in Fargo, ND.

Why Veterinary Technicians Choose Us

We believe great technicians deserve more than just a paycheck-they deserve a workplace that invests in their success, well-being, and future.

Compensation & Incentives

Starting pay:

• $25 - $30 per hour, depending on experience
• Additional $5/hour overnight shift differential

Sign-On Bonus:

• 1-5 years of technician experience: $5,000
• 5-10 years of technician experience: $7,500
• 10+ years of technician experience or ER experience: $10,000
• Up to $5,000 relocation assistance

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Discounts on pet care and pet food
• Scrub allowance
• CE allowance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

YOUR NEW ROLE AS AN OVERNIGHT ER VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

This is an overnight position, working a schedule of three days per week, with preference given to candidates who can work overnights and weekends.

In our fast-paced emergency department, no two shifts are the same. You'll work side by side with a collaborative veterinary team, caring for patients who need urgent and life‑saving medical attention.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Triaging incoming emergency cases
• Assisting veterinarians with treatments and procedures
• IV therapy administration
• Wound care
• Feeding tube management
• Patient assessments

  You’ll also have the opportunity to strengthen and expand your knowledge in:

  • Digital radiography
  • Ultrasound imaging
  • Anesthesia
  • Critical care monitoring
  • Long-term ventilation
  • Endoscopy
  • CT
  • Dialysis
  • Advanced emergency medicine procedures

  In addition, you’ll perform in-house laboratory testing including:

  • CBC
  • Blood gas analysis
  • Cytology
  • Additional diagnostic testing

  You’ll also communicate with clients during patient discharge, providing compassionate education and support during stressful situations.

  REQUIREMENTS

  Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

  Advanced technical skills in:

  • Digital radiography
  • Ultrasound imaging
  • IDEXX lab equipment
  • Anesthetic ventilation
  • Endoscopy
  • CT
  • Dialysis
  • Ventilation

  You must also meet at least one of the following:

  • Veterinary technology certification or licensure
  • Experience working in a veterinary practice or emergency veterinary medicine

  WHO WE ARE

  At Red River Animal Emergency Clinic, we've proudly served the Fargo community and surrounding areas for years, providing compassionate, high-quality emergency care when pets need it most. Our team is built on a shared commitment to patient care, collaboration, and continuous learning. We excel at creating an environment where every voice is valued, and every team member plays an important role. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits, recognizing the dedication and skill it takes to thrive in emergency veterinary medicine. If you're looking for a supportive, team-oriented culture where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact, Red River Animal Emergency Clinic is a place you'll be proud to call home.