Overnight Veterinary Technician - Surgical Recovery

Ethos Veterinary Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

HSA / FSA

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Pet Discount

PTO and Holidays

Professional Development and Tuition

Uniform Stipend

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center (DVSC) seeks an Overnight Veterinary Technician to provide exceptional nursing care for surgical and hospitalized patients, working alongside a skilled team. This full-time role features 3x13-hour overnight shifts and close collaboration with surgeons for optimal recovery and pain management.

Ideal candidates have LVT/CVT/RVT credentials, overnight or emergency experience, and strong skills in venipuncture, IV placement, medication administration, and patient

Qualifications

• LVT/CVT/RVT license preferred.
• Experience in overnight, surgery, or emergency settings preferred.
• Strong venipuncture, IV placement, meds, and patient monitoring skills.
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring and post-operative care.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Fluent English; multilingual candidates are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to surgical and hospitalized patients overnight.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the team.
• Place IV catheters, draw blood, administer medications, and maintain IV fluids.
• Assist with surgical recovery and pain management.
• Record treatments and observations in medical records.
• Assist with radiographs, patient prep, and induction support.
• Restrain and handle patients while minimizing stress.
• Maintain clean, stocked treatment areas.
• Communicate care plans with veterinarians and staff.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and client education.

Skills

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiology safety

Pain management

Post-operative care

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CVT/RVT) preferred

Tools

Radiology equipment

Job description

Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center (DVSC) seeks an Overnight Veterinary Technician to provide exceptional nursing care for surgical and hospitalized patients, working alongside a skilled team. This full-time role features 3x13-hour overnight shifts and close collaboration with surgeons for optimal recovery and pain management.

Ideal candidates have LVT/CVT/RVT credentials, overnight or emergency experience, and strong skills in venipuncture, IV placement, medication administration, and patient