Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contributions

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance coverage

PTO for work-life balance

Flexible scheduling options

Employee discounts on veterinary care

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Route 66 VECCC in Albuquerque, NM, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, seeks a Veterinary Technician for overnight, day, or mid shifts. $22–$27/hr DOE plus $3/hr overnight differential. This full-time role welcomes RVTs and veterinary assistants with a strong commitment to patient care and client service.

The clinic emphasizes a supportive, growth-oriented culture, collaborative teamwork, and a fast-paced environment serving a wide range of patients while avoiding hoof stock and wildlife.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification preferred but not required.
• 2 years of experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant.
• Commitment to continuing education and ongoing training, with eagerness for opportunities to learn and grow.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Place IV catheters and venipuncture; administer premedication, anesthesia induction and monitoring.
• Dental prophylaxis and radiography; perioperative care and surgical nursing.
• Deliver exceptional client service and outstanding patient care during critical times.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.

Education

2 years of veterinary technician/assistant experience

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Route 66 VECCC (Overnight, Day, or Mid Shifts)

$22-27 per hour, depending on experience (DOE) | Overnight Shift Differential: $3/hr

Full time opportunity in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Schedule: Various shifts available (Overnight, Day, or Mid Shifts)

Are you a Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Technician seeking a supportive work environment that values work-life balance? Do you want to work at a clinic that not only utilizes your skills but also fosters a positive and collaborative culture? If so, Route 66 Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care (VECCC) in Albuquerque, NM, might be the perfect fit as we continue to grow! Veterinary Assistants welcome to apply!

Why Join Route 66 VECCC

At Route 66 Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center (VECCC), part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll work alongside a compassionate, dedicated team of veterinary professionals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. Our patient base is as diverse as our team, and we proudly treat a wide variety of animals, everything except hoof stock and wildlife.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Confidently perform tasks such as placing IV catheters, venipuncture, administering premedication, anesthesia induction and monitoring, patient preparation, surgical nursing, perioperative care, dental prophylaxis, and radiography


• Deliver exceptional client service and outstanding patient care, making a direct impact on the lives of pets and their families during critical times


• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams


• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture

What You Bring

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification preferred but not required


• 2 years of experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant


• A commitment to continuing education and ongoing training, with eagerness for opportunities to learn and grow


• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care

Perks & Benefits

• 401(k) with matching contributions


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• Life insurance coverage


• Paid time off (PTO) for work-life balance


• Flexible scheduling options


• Employee discounts on veterinary services


• Professional development assistance and ongoing training


• License reimbursement

Location Highlight

Albuquerque, New Mexico offers a high desert setting with a rich cultural blend, year-round sunshine, and easy access to the Sandia Mountains for hiking, skiing, and outdoor recreation. With a lower cost of living, a vibrant food and arts scene, and quick trips to Santa Fe, it's an appealing place to build your career while enjoying an excellent quality of life.

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.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

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.