Veterinary Technician - Emergency & ICU Evening Shift

Animal Emergency & Referral Center Of Minnesota; Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Referral Center Of Minnesota in Oakdale, MN is seeking a Veterinary Technician for the Evening Shift to deliver high-quality emergency and ICU care. You will perform treatments, diagnostics, and monitoring as directed by the DVM, while maintaining lab equipment and accurate medical records in the EMR.

The role emphasizes teamwork, calm communication with clients during stressful moments, and the ability to work independently within a busy ER environment.

Qualifications

• Current Veterinary Technician with 1 year of experience.
• Strong medical knowledge and math skills.
• Ability to prioritize in a high-stress environment.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality emergency and ICU patient care
• Perform treatments, diagnostics, and monitoring as directed by the DVM
• Maintain lab equipment and ensure quality control standards
• Support accurate medical records and billing in the EMR
• Communicate calmly and clearly with clients during stressful moments
• Work independently while staying tightly connected to your team

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology degree

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Oakdale, MN 55128
• Position Type: Full Time
• Salary Range: $23.00 - $30.00 Hourly
• Job Shift: Evening/Swing
• Fast-paced. Hands-on. Never boring.
• Evening differential included

If you like your shifts busy, dynamic, and full of variety, Evening Shift might be your sweet spot. This role is perfect for CVTs who enjoy thinking on their feet, jumping into interesting cases, and making a big impact during peak ER hours.

Evenings bring a unique mix of urgency, teamwork, and autonomy - plus a pay differential to match the pace.

What You'll Do

• Deliver high-quality emergency and ICU patient care
• Perform treatments, diagnostics, and monitoring as directed by the DVM
• Maintain lab equipment and ensure quality control standards
• Support accurate medical records and billing in the EMR
• Communicate calmly and clearly with clients during stressful moments
• Work independently while staying tightly connected to your team

Why Evening Shift?

• High case variety and exciting medical challenges
• Strong teamwork with room to use your skills confidently
• Faster pace for technicians who love momentum
• Evening differential pay

QualificationsRequirements

• Current Veterinary Technician with 1 year of experience
• Strong medical knowledge and math skills
• Ability to prioritize in a high-stress environment
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively

Preferred

• AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology degree
• Two years of recent experience in an ER or Specialty setting