Veterinary Technician, EC/ICU Overnight

Jobtailor; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Houston, TX is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our emergency team. You will triage patients, assist ER doctors, and provide advanced nursing care under supervision, ensuring rapid, precise care for critically ill animals.

The ideal candidate holds an LVT, has emergency or critical care experience, and excels in communication, teamwork, and organization in a fast-paced environment. A supportive hospital with modern equipment awaits.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of veterinary experience in an emergency setting.
• LVT preferred; license or eligibility required.
• Experience in venipuncture, catheter placement, meds and patient monitoring.
• Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, radiology safety, and fluid therapy.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Fluent English reading and speaking required.
• Must be 18 years or older and eligible to work.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients presenting to ER according to levels.
• Assess pets and provide lifesaving care under ER doctor.
• Provide histories, vitals, and concerns to doctors.
• Collaborate with technicians and assistants on diagnostics and treatment plans.
• Provide advanced nursing care and monitor hospitalized patients.
• Administer medications, treatments, and fluids; ongoing assessments.
• Provide client updates and explain conditions and prognoses.
• Maintain accurate medical records of observations and treatments.
• Coordinate with veterinarians and staff on care plans.
• Prepare and manage medical equipment and treatment areas.
• Ensure attentive, compassionate care throughout hospitalization.

Skills

Triage

Patient Assessment

Meds Administration

Fluid Therapy

Anesthesia Monitoring

Radiology Safety

Diagnostics

Treatment Plans

Medical Records

Ongoing Assessments

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Tools

Medical Equipment

ER Equipment

Job description

• Triage patients presenting to the Emergency Room according to triage levels
• Assess pets and provide immediate lifesaving care under the direction of the ER doctor
• Provide patient histories, vitals, and concerns to doctors for timely emergency-patient management
• Work with technicians and assistants to perform diagnostics, execute treatment plans, and hospitalize patients
• Provide advanced nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized patients
• Administer medications, treatments, and fluid therapy, and perform ongoing patient assessments
• Provide client updates, answer questions, and explain pets’ conditions, treatment plans, and prognoses
• Maintain accurate medical records covering observations, treatments, diagnostics, medications, and changes in patient status
• Collaborate with veterinarians, specialists, and support staff on patient care plans
• Maintain treatment areas and prepare and manage medical equipment
• Ensure hospitalized patients receive attentive, compassionate care throughout their stay

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of veterinary experience for experienced Veterinary Technicians/Assistants
• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred
• Emergency or critical care experience preferred
• Strong technical skills in 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
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
• Applicants must provide employment eligibility/citizenship information

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in emergency veterinary care, including patient triage, advanced nursing, and medication administration. Proficient in collaborating with veterinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and maintain accurate medical records.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
• Emergency or Critical Care Experience
• Venipuncture
• Catheter Placement
• Patient Monitoring

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Triage
• Patient Assessment
• Medication Administration
• Fluid Therapy
• Anesthesia Monitoring
• Radiology Safety
• Diagnostics
• Treatment Plans
• Medical Record Maintenance
• Ongoing Patient Assessments

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Teamwork
• Organizational Skills
• Compassionate Care
• Ability to Thrive in Fast-Paced Environment

Certifications & Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Industry Keywords

• Veterinary Care
• Emergency Care
• Critical Care
• Veterinary Technician
• Patient Care Plans

Tools & Technologies

• Medical Equipment
• Emergency Room Equipment