Veterinary Technician, Emergency Overnight

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

HSA / FSA

Life and Disability insurance

PTO and Holidays

Pet Discount

Professional development and tuition

Uniform stipend

Retirement plan

Job summary

Emergency Pet Care of Texas (EPCT) is powered by Ethos Veterinary Health and seeks an Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician. You will provide exceptional nursing care in a fast-paced emergency setting, supporting practitioners and ensuring high standards of patient care.

The role emphasizes anesthesia monitoring, admin of medications, and efficient collaboration with the medical team to improve outcomes for critically ill or injured pets.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) or Experienced Veterinary Technicians with at least 3 years of Emergency experience.
• Prior experience in Emergency and Critical Care is required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Culture builders—team players eager to promote trust, collaboration, and a positive work environment.
• Adaptability—individuals willing to go the extra mile to ensure the best patient and client experience.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Responsibilities

• Restrain pets, prepare/administer medications, and assist in exams, procedures, and surgeries.
• Monitor anesthesia, provide supportive therapy, and teach clients how to administer treatments.
• Prepare patients for discharge and communicate status updates to the care team and clients.
• Record patient histories, treatments, and procedures accurately for invoicing and records.
• Complete necessary paperwork and maintain detailed progress notes.
• Schedule procedures, relay accurate information to clients, and seek help when needed.
• Perform lab procedures and collect/prep samples for analysis.
• Operate and maintain radiography units and diagnostic software.
• Maintain and report issues with medical equipment; restock and manage supplies.
• Clean and sterilize instruments, maintain hospital cleanliness, and assist with patient hygiene.

Skills

Emergency experience

Communication

Fluent English

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) or Experienced Veterinary Technician

Tools

Radiography units

Diagnostic software

Lab equipment

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Emergency Overnight

$20 - $30/hr. | Emergency Pet Care of Texas | Magnolia, TX

Emergency Pet Care of Texas (EPCT) provides compassionate, high-quality emergency veterinary care for pets when they need it most. Our experienced team is dedicated to delivering prompt, life‑saving treatment, stabilizing patients, and collaborating with primary care veterinarians to ensure seamless follow‑up care. Every pet is treated with the same compassion, respect, and attention we would give our own.

Compensation:

• $20 - $30/hr based on experience and credentials

Schedule:

• Full Time
  • Overnight Shifts: Exact Schedule TBD

Full Time Benefits Include:

• 401(k) with matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program and Discounts (including Pet Discount)
• Professional development and tuition assistance
• Uniform stipend
• Retirement plan

Job Description:

The Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician provides exceptional nursing care and technical support for critically ill and injured patients in a fast‑paced emergency setting. In this critical role, you will support our practitioners, uphold the highest standards of patient care, and enhance the efficiency of our medical team. As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you will play an integral part in our operations by performing technical tasks and managing administrative responsibilities, enabling our practitioners to focus on delivering exceptional medical care.

Responsibilities:

Patient Care and Assistance

• Restrain pets, prepare/administer medications, and assist in exams, procedures, and surgeries.
• Monitor anesthesia, provide supportive therapy, and teach clients how to administer treatments.
• Prepare patients for discharge and communicate status updates to the care team and clients.
• Record patient histories, treatments, and procedures accurately for invoicing and records.
• Complete necessary paperwork and maintain detailed progress notes.
• Schedule procedures, relay accurate information to clients, and seek help when needed.

Additional Duties

• Perform lab procedures and collect/prep samples for analysis.
• Operate and maintain radiography units and diagnostic software.
• Maintain and report issues with medical equipment; restock and manage supplies.
• Clean and sterilize instruments, maintain hospital cleanliness, and assist with patient hygiene.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT) or Experienced Veterinary Technicians with at least 3 years of Emergency experience, dedicated to providing outstanding client service and excellent patient care.
• Prior experience in Emergency and Critical Care is required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Culture builders—team players eager to promote trust, collaboration, and a positive work environment.
• Adaptability—individuals willing to go the extra mile to ensure the best patient and client experience.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Why Technicians Choose EPCT?

• Work alongside a highly skilled emergency veterinary team dedicated to exceptional patient care.
• Gain hands‑on experience with a diverse caseload of emergency and critical care patients.
• Practice advanced technical skills in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Receive mentorship and opportunities for continued professional growth and development.
• Be part of a culture built on teamwork, kindness, trust, and mutual respect.
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of pets and their families during critical moments.

About EPCT

At Emergency Pet Care of Texas (EPCT), we’re not just an animal hospital - we’re the heartbeat of pet emergency care in the Magnolia community. Since 2015, we've been delivering top‑notch, compassionate care when pets need it most. As a full‑service, AAHA‑accredited emergency and urgent care facility, we’re equipped to tackle any health crisis with expertise and urgency. Whether it’s late‑night emergencies or unexpected health scares, you can trust us to provide the highest level of care for your furry family members, right when they need it most.

Nearby Communities

EPCT attracts Veterinary Technicians from throughout the Greater Houston and Southeast Texas region, including:

• Magnolia, TX
• The Woodlands, TX
• Tomball, TX
• Spring, TX
• Conroe, TX
• Cypress, TX
• Montgomery, TX
• Hockley, TX
• Waller, TX
• Katy, TX
• Houston, TX
• College Station, TX

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.