Veterinary Technician

NVA General Practice; Hudson Oaks (TX); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

CE support

License reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

I-20 Animal Hospital is seeking experienced Overnight Veterinary Technicians to join our 24/7 emergency and general practice team near Weatherford, TX. You’ll work with eight veterinarians in a fast-paced ER environment, monitoring and treating hospitalized patients through the night.

Ideal candidates have veterinary technician experience, with LVT encouraged to apply. We offer a supportive overnight team, competitive hourly pay plus shift differential, and benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum veterinary technician experience required in a fast-paced ER setting.
• Licensure as a Veterinary Technician is encouraged to apply (LVT preferred).
• Strong clinical skills in emergencies, diagnostics, and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Monitor emergency and hospitalized patients overnight.
• Assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Place IV catheters and manage fluid therapy.
• Monitor anesthesia and support emergency surgeries.
• Perform venipuncture, lab work, and sample collection.
• Take and process digital radiographs.
• Maintain medical records and provide shift updates.

Skills

Emergency/Critical care

IV catheter

Patient monitoring

Laboratory diagnostics

Radiology

Hospitalized patient care

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

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:
  • IV catheter placement
  • Patient monitoring
  • 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

Compensation & Benefits

• 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 holidaysFlexible continuing education support
• License reimbursement
• 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.

Our overnight team has built a culture of collaboration, trust, and mutual support. Everyone jumps in when things get busy, and no one is left to handle difficult cases alone.

If you're looking for an Emergency Veterinary Technician job near Weatherford or Fort Worth where you can continue building your emergency medicine skills while working with a team that genuinely supports one another, we'd love to meet you.