Veterinary Technician, Overnight Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health; Hillsborough Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Retirement plan

Paid time off

CE allowance & professional dev

Job summary

Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, seeks a Veterinary Technician for overnight emergency care in Hillsborough, NJ. Sunday–Wednesday or Thursday–Saturday schedules with 1–2 on-call shifts monthly. You will manage critically ill patients, assist veterinarians, and ensure precise medication administration overnight.

The role emphasizes teamwork, ongoing learning, and high-quality patient care, with competitive pay and benefits in a 24/7 specialty hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in emergency or critical care is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of emergency disease processes and patient assessment.
• Competence with IV catheter placement, venipuncture, medications, and fluid therapy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to emergency and critically ill patients during overnight shifts.
• Calculate, administer, and monitor medications and treatments accurately and safely.
• Recognize subtle changes in patient condition and intervene to support stability and comfort.
• Place IV catheters, perform venipuncture, and provide advanced fluid therapy.
• Operate and monitor IV fluid pumps and other critical care equipment.
• Assist veterinarians with emergency diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate with the clinical team.
• Collaborate with emergency veterinarians and specialists to deliver comprehensive care.
• Support hospitalized patients with compassionate nursing care.

Skills

Emergency nursing

IV catheter placement

Venipuncture

Fluid therapy

Overnight shift independence

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT preferred

Tools

Med administration

Medical records

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Overnight Emergency

$27–30/hour
Full-time opportunity in Hillsborough, New Jersey
Schedule: Overnight shifts (Sunday–Wednesday or Thursday–Saturday) with on-call responsibilities 1–2 times per month

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and are passionate about emergency medicine, we'd love to meet you. At Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, you'll play a vital role caring for critically ill and injured patients overnight while working alongside an experienced team of emergency veterinarians, specialists, and skilled technicians committed to delivering exceptional patient care.

Why Join Red Bank Veterinary Hospital

At Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll become part of a collaborative team dedicated to providing outstanding emergency and specialty care in a supportive, team-focused environment. Our 19,000-square-foot, 24/7 specialty hospital offers the opportunity to manage a diverse emergency caseload while working with advanced technology and experienced clinicians.

Our hospital provides a broad range of specialty services, including Emergency, Critical Care, Surgery, Cardiology, Anesthesia, Radiology, Acupuncture, and advanced imaging. We foster a positive culture built on teamwork, continuous learning, and professional development, making it an ideal place to grow your emergency nursing career.

In your day‑to‑day, you will:

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to emergency and critically ill patients during overnight shifts.




• Calculate, administer, and monitor medications and treatments accurately and safely.




• Recognize subtle changes in patient condition and intervene appropriately to support patient stability and comfort.




• Place IV catheters, perform venipuncture, and provide advanced fluid therapy.




• Operate and monitor IV fluid pumps and other critical patient care equipment.




• Assist veterinarians with emergency diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.




• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records while communicating effectively with the clinical team.




• Collaborate closely with emergency veterinarians and specialty departments to deliver comprehensive patient care.




• Support hospitalized patients with compassionate, high‑quality nursing care throughout their stay.




• Work independently while maintaining excellent communication and teamwork during overnight shifts.




• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.




• Contribute to a positive, team‑focused hospital culture.

What You Bring

• Previous emergency or critical care experience preferred.




• Strong understanding of emergency disease processes, patient assessment, and treatment protocols.




• Strong technical skills including IV catheter placement, venipuncture, medication administration, and fluid therapy.




• Confidence working independently in an overnight emergency environment.




• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT) preferred but not required.




• Anesthesia experience is a plus.




• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.




• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short‑term and long‑term disability, and life insurance.

• Competitive compensation of $27–30/hour based on experience and skill set.




• Full financial support for technician programs.




• Health, dental, and vision insurance.




• CE allowance and professional development support, including on‑site continuing education opportunities andfree VetBloom (RACE-approved CE) access.




• Paid time off.




• Retirement savings options, including 401(k).




• Uniform allowance.




• Employee assistance programs.




• Employee pet discounts.

Location Highlight

Located in Hillsborough, New Jersey, our hospital offers convenient access to Princeton, New York City, and the surrounding region while providing the charm of a welcoming suburban community. It's an ideal place to build your specialty career while enjoying excellent dining, outdoor recreation, and a high 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.