Veterinary Technician

National Veterinary Associates; Hudson Oaks (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

CE support

Employee discounts on services (75%)

Pharmacy discounts (50%)

Job summary

I-20 Animal Hospital in Hudson Oaks, TX is seeking an Overnight Veterinary Technician to join our 24/7 emergency team. You will work with experienced veterinarians in a fast-paced ER setting, providing critical care and comprehensive support for hospitalized patients during night shifts.

Ideal candidates have veterinary technician experience; licensed technicians are encouraged to apply. We offer a collaborative overnight environment where teamwork is essential and patient care is our top

Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician experience required.
• Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) encouraged to apply.
• Emergency or critical care experience preferred.
• Strong technical skills including laboratory diagnostics, radiology and anesthesia support.

Responsibilities

• Monitor emergency and hospitalized patients during night shifts.
• Assist veterinarians with emergency exams, diagnostics and treatments.
• Place IV catheters and administer medications and fluids.
• Monitor anesthesia and support emergency surgeries.
• Perform venipuncture, lab tests and sample collection.
• Take and process digital radiographs.
• Monitor patient status, pain scores and recovery.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Communicate updates during shift changes with the medical team.

Skills

Emergency/critical care

Laboratory diagnostics

Radiology

Anesthesia monitoring

IV catheter placement

Communication skills

Tools

Digital radiography

Job description

Emergency Veterinary Technician (Overnight)

Full-Time or Part-Time | Hudson Oaks (Weatherford), TX

Looking for an Overnight Veterinary Technician job near Weatherford, TX where you can utilize your emergency skills, work alongside a collaborative overnight team, and make a difference when pets need it most?

I-20 Animal Hospital is seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians to join our dedicated overnight emergency team. We are a busy 24/7 emergency and general practice hospital with eight veterinarians providing advanced medical care to dogs and cats throughout the region.

Whether you're an experienced Veterinary Technician or a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), this is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced ER environment where your skills are valued, and your teammates support you.

About I-20 Animal Hospital

• 24/7 emergency and general practice hospital
• Eight-doctor team
• Dedicated overnight emergency service
• Small animal practice (dogs and cats)
• Collaborative overnight team known for supporting one another during busy shifts

Our overnight crew has developed a strong reputation for teamwork and communication. We work together, support one another, and stay focused on providing exceptional patient care throughout the night.

What You'll Do

As an Overnight Veterinary Technician, you'll play a critical role in emergency and hospitalized patient care by:

• Monitoring emergency and hospitalized patients throughout the night
• Assisting veterinarians with emergency exams, diagnostics, and treatments
• Placing IV catheters and administering medications and fluid therapy
• Monitoring anesthesia and supporting emergency surgical procedures
• Performing venipuncture, laboratory diagnostics, and sample collection
• Taking and processing digital radiographs
• Monitoring patient status, pain scores, and recovery
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Communicating patient updates during shift changes and with the medical team
• Providing compassionate nursing care for critical and hospitalized patients

What We're Looking For

• Veterinary Technician experience required
• Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) encouraged to apply
• Emergency or critical care experience preferred
• Strong technical skills including:
• Laboratory diagnostics
• Radiology
• Hospitalized patient care
• Ability to remain calm and organized during emergency situations
• Positive attitude and collaborative approach to teamwork
• Dependable with excellent communication skills

Schedule

• Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities available
• Overnight shifts:
• 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM
• Three 12-hour shifts preferred
• Four 10-hour shifts may be available for the right candidate
• Current scheduling needs include Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and weekend coverage
• Flexible hourly rate based on experience. Plus overnight shift differential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available for Full-Time employees.
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible continuing education support
• 75% employee discount on veterinary services
• 50% discount on pharmacy items

Why Join I-20 Animal Hospital?

Emergency medicine is demanding—but it's also incredibly rewarding.

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