Overnight ER Veterinary Technician: Fast-Paced Impact

MedVet; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Vision & Dental

HSA/FSA & Independent Care Spending

Job summary

MedVet is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Technician for overnights in our San Jose, CA team. The role focuses on fast-paced ER care, patient prioritization, and collaboration with the care team to deliver high-quality treatment.

You will handle rounds, anesthesia induction, in-house labs, and client education. Eligible candidates are RVTs with prior ER experience and strong calculation skills; state license preferred. Competitive hourly pay with evening and weekend differentials.

Qualifications

• State Registered Veterinary Technician license preferred.
• Prior veterinary experience required; emergency experience desired.
• Proficient in calculations (drugs, dosages, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and gather information as necessary.
• Evaluate incoming patients and prioritize based on assessment.
• Collaborate with patient care team regarding treatment plans and nursing care concerns.
• Provide client education including home care instructions and medications.
• Assist DVM with patient assessment, treatment and procedures.
• Provide monitoring and nursing care to hospitalized patients.
• Induce and monitor general anesthesia and sedation procedures.
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare samples for outside testing.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Calculations proficiency

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

State Registered Veterinary Technician license

Job description

MedVet is seeking an Emergency Veterinary Technician for overnights in our San Jose, CA team. The role focuses on fast-paced ER care, patient prioritization, and collaboration with the care team to deliver high-quality treatment.

You will handle rounds, anesthesia induction, in-house labs, and client education. Eligible candidates are RVTs with prior ER experience and strong calculation skills; state license preferred. Competitive hourly pay with evening and weekend differentials.