Veterinary Technician - Emergency & ICU Overnight Shift

Aercmn; Oakdale (MN); On-site; USD 31,684 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$6/hour overnight differential

Real autonomy in patient care

Close-knit team environment

Job summary

A veterinary emergency center in Oakdale, MN is seeking a Veterinary Technician for overnight shifts. The role involves managing ER and ICU patients, performing advanced medical procedures, and collaborating with doctors on critical cases, making it ideal for those who enjoy a high-impact, independent work environment. The position offers a $6/hour overnight differential and requires at least one year of clinical experience. Candidates with a Veterinary Technology degree and ER experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician with 1+ year of clinical experience.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced ER setting.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor ER and ICU patients overnight.
• Perform advanced treatments, diagnostics, and critical care procedures.
• Partner closely with overnight DVMs on complex cases.

Skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Independence in a fast-paced ER setting

Education

AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology degree

Job description

Veterinary Technician - Emergency & ICU Overnight Shift

Oakdale, MN 55128

Overview

Salary Range

$23.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

Overnight

Description

Not everyone is built for overnights. But if you are—you already know why you love it.

Quieter hospital. Tighter team. More autonomy. Fewer distractions, more medicine.

At AERC, our overnight technicians aren’t just “holding down the fort”—they’re trusted, highly skilled technicians managing critical cases, making real-time decisions, and delivering exceptional care when it matters most.

And yes—we back that up with a $6/hour overnight differential.

What You’ll Actually Do

• Manage and monitor ER and ICU patients overnight
• Perform advanced treatments, diagnostics, and critical care procedures
• Think critically, act confidently, and prioritize independently
• Partner closely with overnight DVMs on complex cases
• Maintain accurate, detailed records in the EMR
• Keep equipment, treatments, and workflow running smoothly

Why Our Overnight Team Stays

• $6/hour overnight differential (because this work matters)
• Real autonomy—you’re trusted to use your skills
• Tight‑knit crew—you’ll know your team and rely on them
• High‑impact medicine—you’ll see and manage the cases others don’t
• Less chaos, more focus than daytime traffic
• Work alongside experienced technicians, VTS, and specialists

Who This Role Is Perfect For

• You prefer overnights—not just tolerate them
• You like thinking on your feet and solving problems in real time
• You’re confident in your skills and want to use them fully
• You value a team that shows up for each other at 2am
• You want to grow in emergency and critical care

Qualifications

Requirements

• Veterinary Technician with 1+ year of clinical experience
• Strong critical thinking and attention to detail
• Comfortable working independently in a fast‑paced ER setting

Preferred

• AVMA‑accredited Veterinary Technology degree
• ER or Specialty experience

Apply today—we’re growing our overnight team.

Not Sure You’re a Perfect Fit? Apply Anyway.

If you’re interested in emergency and critical care—or you’re curious whether overnight might be the right move—we’d still love to hear from you.

You don’t need to check every box. We’re happy to connect, answer questions, and explore where you might fit best—whether that’s overnight, another shift, or a different role entirely.