Veterinary Technician, Critical Care Overnight

Ethos Veterinary Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

HSA / FSA

Life and Disability insurance

PTO and Holidays

Pet Discount

Professional development and tuition

Uniform stipend

Retirement plan

Job summary

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) in Houston, TX, seeks an experienced Critical Care Veterinary Technician to join our fast-paced emergency team. You will provide advanced nursing care, monitor patient status, and support life-saving interventions around the clock.

Join a leading specialty hospital known for teamwork and compassionate care. LVT preferred; two years of emergency/critical care experience is desirable, with opportunities for professional growth and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred.
• Experienced Veterinary Technicians/Assistants with a minimum of two years of veterinary experience are encouraged to apply.
• Emergency or Critical Care experience preferred.
• Strong technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, medication administration, and patient monitoring.
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, radiology safety, and fluid therapy.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required; multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized patients, including administering medications, treatments, fluid therapy, and ongoing assessments to ensure optimal patient comfort and recovery.
• Deliver compassionate client support and communication by providing timely updates, answering questions, and helping pet owners understand their pet’s condition, treatment plan, and prognosis during what can often be a stressful and emotional time.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records, documenting patient observations, treatments, diagnostics, medication administration, and changes in patient status to ensure continuity of care and compliance with hospital protocols.
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians, specialists, and support staff to develop and implement patient care plans, communicate critical changes in patient condition, and provide exceptional, team‑oriented care for every patient.
• Monitor critically ill and recovering patients for changes in condition, promptly recognizing and escalating concerns to the medical team while assisting with emergency procedures and interventions as needed.
• Support a high standard of patient care and hospital operations by maintaining treatment areas, preparing and managing medical equipment, and ensuring hospitalized patients receive attentive, compassionate care throughout their stay.

Skills

LVT preferred

Two years veterinary experience

Emergency/Critical Care experience

Venipuncture

Catheter placement

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

English fluency

Tools

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiology safety

Fluid therapy

Job description

VTS $35 - $40/hr. | LVT/CVT/RVT $21 - $34/hr. | Non-Credentialed Technicians $19 - $30/hr. SIGN ON BONUS |+$2/hr. Overnight & +$3/hr. Weekend Differentials | Houston, TX

If you're an experienced Veterinary Technician looking to advance your emergency and critical care skills in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment, Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) offers the opportunity to work alongside an experienced emergency team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is a leader in specialized care for companion animals, known for excellence and collaboration with the veterinary community. Our state‑of‑the‑art facility and expert team provide top‑tier care across a range of specialties, including emergency, cardiology, oncology, neurology, surgery, and more. Join us and make a difference in the lives of pets and their families every day.

Compensation

• Non-Credentialed Technicians: $19 - $30/hr.
• Credentialed Veterinary Technicians: $21 - $34/hr.
• Veterinary Technician Specialists: $35 - $40/hr.
• $3/hr. Weekend differential
• $2/hr. Overnight differential
• SIGN ON BONUS
  • Vet Assistant/Tech: $500
  • LVT: $1500
  • VTS: $2500

Full-Time Benefits Include

• 401(k) with matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program and Discounts (including Pet Discount)
• Professional development and tuition assistance
• Uniform stipend
• Retirement plan

Schedule

• Full-Time
  • 3x12 hour shifts
  • 6pm-6:30am
• Alternating Weekends/ holidays

Job Description

The Critical Care Veterinary Technician provides advanced nursing care to critically ill, injured, and hospitalized patients in a fast-paced specialty and emergency environment. This role works closely with veterinarians and specialty teams to monitor patient status, administer treatments, perform advanced technical procedures, and support life‑saving interventions while ensuring exceptional patient care and client communication. Critical Care Technicians are responsible for recognizing changes in patient condition, responding to emergencies, and maintaining accurate medical records.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized patients, including administering medications, treatments, fluid therapy, and ongoing assessments to ensure optimal patient comfort and recovery.
• Deliver compassionate client support and communication by providing timely updates, answering questions, and helping pet owners understand their pet’s condition, treatment plan, and prognosis during what can often be a stressful and emotional time.
• Maintain thorough and accurate medical records, documenting patient observations, treatments, diagnostics, medication administration, and changes in patient status to ensure continuity of care and compliance with hospital protocols.
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians, specialists, and support staff to develop and implement patient care plans, communicate critical changes in patient condition, and provide exceptional, team‑oriented care for every patient.
• Monitor critically ill and recovering patients for changes in condition, promptly recognizing and escalating concerns to the medical team while assisting with emergency procedures and interventions as needed.
• Support a high standard of patient care and hospital operations by maintaining treatment areas, preparing and managing medical equipment, and ensuring hospitalized patients receive attentive, compassionate care throughout their stay.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred
• Experienced Veterinary Technicians/Assistants with a minimum of two years of veterinary experience are encouraged to apply.
• Emergency or Critical Care experience preferred.
• Strong technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, medication administration, and patient monitoring.
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, radiology safety, and fluid therapy.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced emergency environment.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required; multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Why choose GCVS

• Make a meaningful impact by being an advocate for pets and their families.
• Work alongside a compassionate and talented team dedicated to excellence in veterinary care.
• Enjoy a dynamic, fast‑paced environment that keeps you engaged and challenged.
• Be part of a workplace that values your contributions and supports your growth.
• Ongoing opportunities for continued education such as lunch and learns hosted by various vendors and entities.

About GCVS

At GCVS, we offer a comprehensive range of veterinary specialties, including emergency and critical care, anesthesia and pain management, avian and exotic animal medicine, cardiology, dermatology and allergy care, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, ophthalmology, sports medicine and rehabilitation, and surgery and orthopedics. Join us and become part of a team that strives to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families every day.

Nearby Communities

GCVS attracts Veterinary Technicians from throughout the Greater Houston area, including:

• Houston, TX
• Pearland, TX
• Friendswood, TX
• League City, TX
• Webster, TX
• Clear Lake, TX
• Pasadena, TX
• Baytown, TX
• Sugar Land, TX
• Missouri City, TX
• Katy, TX
• Richmond, TX
• Cypress, TX
• Spring, TX
• The Woodlands, TX
• Humble, TX
• Kingwood, TX
• Channelview, TX
• La Porte, TX
• Deer Park, TX

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world‑class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic‑caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two‑way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.