Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health; Mequon (WI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

HSA

Flexible Spending Plan

Disability insurance

401(k) with employer match

Continuing Education allowance

Paid time off 3 weeks

Uniform allowance

Veterinary service benefits

On-site Veterinary Social Worker

Professional training program

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health in Wisconsin is seeking a Veterinary Technician for Emergency services. 1st or 2nd shift, 3 days per week with rotating weekends, $20-30/hr plus $3-$5 per hour differential; full-time benefits apply.

Responsibilities include monitoring patient vitals, assisting veterinarians, anesthesia monitoring, sample collection, radiography, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment while delivering compassionate client care.

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technicians given highest consideration.
• Veterinary Assistants and Veterinary Technicians welcome to apply.
• Strong desire to learn and apply knowledge and skills learned to daily work.
• Fluent English (speaking & reading) required; fluency in multiple languages a plus.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document patient vital signs and activity.
• Provide support to veterinarians and assist other departments as requested.
• Provide care to all patients including critical care and anesthesia monitoring.
• Obtain and prepare samples for diagnostics (blood draws, cystocentesis, etc.).
• Perform radiographs following radiation safety protocols and maintain equipment.

Skills

Certified Vet Tech

Fluent English

Strong learning mindset

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification

Job description

Veterinary Technician | Emergency | 1st or 2nd shift available | 3 Shifts Per Week | Rotating Weekends | $20-30/hr | Shift Differential | Full‑Time Benefits | Ozaukee, WI

We are offering a hiring bonus for this position – $5000 for Certified Veterinary Technicians; $3000 for Experienced Veterinary Assistants.

Schedule and Compensation

• Full‑Time – opportunities for 1st and 2nd shift
  • 1st shift hours: 8:00 am–5:00 pm, 3 days a week; every other weekend 8:00 am–8:00 pm
  • 2nd shift hours: 4:00 pm–1:00 am, 3 days a week; every other weekend 10:00 am–10:00 pm
• Wage range is $20–30 per hour (commensurate with experience)
• Applicable shift differentials: $3 per hour between 4:00 pm–12:00 am; $5 per hour between 12:00 am–6:00 am
• Some holidays will be required

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA & Flexible Spending Plan options
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability options
• 401(k) with employer match
• Continuing Education allowance
• Paid time off (3 weeks accrual per year)
• Uniform allowance
• Veterinary Service benefits
• On‑site Veterinary Social Worker available to employees and clients
• Extensive training with Learning & Development Trainers to advance skills and career
• Referral bonuses
• Being part of a team of elite professionals who prioritize patient needs

Qualifications

• Certified Veterinary Technicians given highest consideration
• Veterinary Assistants and Veterinary Technicians welcome to apply
• Strong desire to learn and apply knowledge and skills learned to daily work
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral
• Ability to demonstrate technical procedures as outlined in technician protocols
• Demonstrate reliability and follow‑through with all work‑related tasks/projects
• Fluent English (speaking & reading) required; fluency in multiple languages a plus

Responsibilities

• Monitor and appropriately document patient vital signs and activity
• Provide support to all veterinarians and assist other departments as requested
• Provide comfort, diagnostic, surgical, and nursing care to all patients, including critical care patients
• Perform basic, emergent, and critical care anesthetic monitoring
• Obtain and prepare samples for diagnostic testing (blood draws, arterial blood gas sampling, cystocentesis, urinary catheter sampling, free‑catch urine, etc.)
• Perform various laboratory procedures (blood typing, cross‑matching, slide agglutination testing, etc.)
• Accurately take and process abdominal, thoracic, appendicular, spinal, and skull radiographs while following radiation safety protocols
• Properly use and maintain medical equipment
• Provide professional client communication
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Maintain client and patient confidentiality
• Meet or exceed performance standards for work quality and productivityMeet or exceed WVRC expectations for attendance and punctuality

New Facility Highlights

• Specialized wards for ICU, surgery recovery, and isolation
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and expanded surgery suites
• Dedicated comfort room for euthanasia with a private entrance
• Enhanced team amenities, including a resiliency room and modern breakroom

Ethos Veterinary Health is committed to innovation and world‑class medicine. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. Pursuant to applicable local, state, and federal regulations, we will consider qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the law.