Overnight ER Veterinary Technician (Sign-On Bonus)

PetVet Care Centers; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $1,000

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Team Member Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support (Calm app)

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Veterinary Specialty Center Tucson is seeking a Part-Time ER Veterinary Technician (Overnight Shift) to join our team, offering a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience. We deliver exceptional care 24/7 and emphasize a Culture of Care.

As an ER Tech, you will assist with exams, anesthesia, nursing care, medication administration, and maintain records. Schedule: Friday, Saturday, Sunday overnight including Holidays.

Qualifications

• Age 18 or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year as Veterinary Technician in ER/critical care
• Experience monitoring hospitalized/critical patients
• Proficiency in patient assessment and recognizing changes
• Experience with IV catheter placement, blood collection, medication administration, and fluid therapy
• Experience monitoring anesthesia, vital signs, and critically ill patients
• Knowledge of emergency procedures including CPR and stabilization
• Ability to calculate medication dosages and maintain detailed medical records
• Strong communication and teamwork; able to work independently
• Availability to work overnight shifts, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by examinations and records.
• Care for patients: vital signs, samples, meds, and wounds.
• Assist with examinations and operations; prepare supplies and restrain patients as directed.
• Provide care using anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and specialized equipment knowledge.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure food and water; clean rooms; observe patients for signs.
• Fill prescriptions and document controlled drugs.
• Maintain sterile environment; sterilize equipment; manage inventory.
• Maintain medical records and update database.
• Communicate with pet owners about patient status.
• Maintain equipment and perform maintenance.
• Update knowledge via education and journals.
• Release pets to owners; ensure cleanliness.
• Follow directions; perform other duties.

Skills

Vet Tech

Nursing care

Emergency care

Anesthesia monitoring

Medication administration

Medical records

CPR

Teamwork

Overnight availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

PetVet Care Centers' Veterinary Specialty Center Tucson is seeking a Part-Time ER Veterinary Technician (Overnight Shift) to join our team, offering a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience. We deliver exceptional care 24/7 and emphasize a Culture of Care.

As an ER Tech, you will assist with exams, anesthesia, nursing care, medication administration, and maintain records. Schedule: Friday, Saturday, Sunday overnight including Holidays.