Weekend ER Veterinary Technician - ICU & Growth

AAVMP; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Advanced Veterinary Care in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a part-time Veterinary Technician to support ER/ICU operations on weekends and handle outpatient treatments with compassionate, fear-free care in a fast-paced environment.

You'll work closely with veterinarians to monitor ICU patients, perform phlebotomy and basic procedures, and educate clients on Thrive Membership options and treatments. Growth opportunities exist within Thrive Pet Healthcare.

Qualifications

• Basic veterinary technician skill set including phlebotomy, IVC placement, restraint, preparing estimates, and basic math skills.
• 1-2 years of ER/ICU veterinary technician experience
• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, taking technician phone calls and educate clients.
• Make sure daily check off sheet has been completed
• Knowing and controlling the overall flow of ICU and incoming and outgoing patients
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Hourly treatments and checks on patients including ward patients
• Relay any info and help next ICU tech make updated estimate/deposit sheet
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Skills

Basic veterinary technician skills

ER/ICU experience

Phlebotomy

IVC placement

Restraint

Math skills

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Job description

Advanced Veterinary Care in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a part-time Veterinary Technician to support ER/ICU operations on weekends and handle outpatient treatments with compassionate, fear-free care in a fast-paced environment.

You'll work closely with veterinarians to monitor ICU patients, perform phlebotomy and basic procedures, and educate clients on Thrive Membership options and treatments. Growth opportunities exist within Thrive Pet Healthcare.