Overnight ER Veterinary Technician – Critical Care

Ethos Veterinary Health; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Pacific CARE Pet Emergency & Specialty in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our overnight Emergency team. You will support emergency and hospitalized patients, working closely with veterinarians and providing attentive nursing care.

Excellent venipuncture skills, IV catheter placement, and clear communication are essential for nighttime duties and handoffs to the day team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a veterinary technician in emergency or critical care settings.
• Excellent venipuncture skills and IV catheter placement.
• Ability to monitor and respond to patient changes overnight.
• Strong communication and teamwork with veterinarians and clients.
• Availability to work Monday–Tuesday overnight shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with emergency patient assessment, stabilization, and treatment.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and sample collection.
• Provide nursing care for hospitalized patients during night shift.
• Monitor vital signs and communicate changes to the team.
• Maintain accurate medical records and hand off to day team.
• Ensure infection control and clean treatment areas.
• Communicate compassionately with clients in coordination with the medical team.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Venipuncture skills

IV catheter placement

Communication skills

Overnight availability

Team collaboration

Job description

Pacific CARE Pet Emergency & Specialty in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our overnight Emergency team. You will support emergency and hospitalized patients, working closely with veterinarians and providing attentive nursing care.

Excellent venipuncture skills, IV catheter placement, and clear communication are essential for nighttime duties and handoffs to the day team.