Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Company: Ethos Veterinary Health
Location: Magnolia
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

Emergency Pet Care of Texas is seeking a skilled Veterinary Technician with ER experience to join our team. As a Veterinary Technician, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to our animal patients. Your responsibilities will include assisting veterinarians with examinations and procedures, performing laboratory tests, administering medications, and providing compassionate care to animals and their owners.

We are offering a sign on bonus totaling $2,500! After 90 days of successful employment a bonus of $1,000 will be paid. After 6 months of successful employment another bonus of $1,500 will be paid. Must begin employment by 8/16/24 to be eligible for sign on bonus.

At Emergency Pet Care of Texas we provide the highest quality, most comprehensive care for companion animals using technologically advanced diagnostic and therapeutic equipment and a group of dedicated veterinarians and staff. We offer an excellent benefits package, which includes paid time off, health insurance, a 401K profit sharing program, paid holidays, fixed schedule, a rewards program, discounted pet services and supplies, and more. Salary is dependent upon experience and licensure/certification.

Opportunities for this position:
- Assist veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and other medical procedures
- Perform laboratory tests such as blood work, urinalysis, and fecal analysis
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by veterinarians
- Prepare animals for surgery and monitor their anesthesia during procedures
- Take and develop X-rays
- Provide post-operative care and monitor recovery of patients
- Educate pet owners on proper animal care and answer their questions

Requirements for success:
- Certified Veterinary Technician or equivalent experience preferred
- Experience in an Emergency, Critical Care or hospital setting is highly desirable
- Proficient in animal handling and restraint techniques
- Knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and procedures
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment and procedures

Other skills utilized:
- Dog training
- Kennel management
- Laboratory testing procedures
- Aseptic technique for surgical procedures
- Animal catheterization techniques
- X-ray imaging and interpretation
- Compassionate animal care

**MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ONE WEEKEND SHIFT PER WEEK**
We offer competitive pay based on experience. This is a full-time position with opportunities for growth within our organization. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care to animals and working in a supportive team environment, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insuranceHealthcare setting:
  • Veterinary HospitalSchedule:
    • 12 hour shift
    • 3x12
    • Day shift
    • Evening shift
    • 1 day every weekend is required
    • Night shiftLicense/Certification:
      • Veterinary Technician Certification (Required)Shift availability:
        • Overnight Shift (Preferred)
        • Night Shift (Preferred)
        • Day Shift (Preferred)Work Location: In person
          
          NVA Compassion-First is now Ethos Veterinary Health
          
          We are excited to announce Ethos Veterinary Health as our new name. Ethos is the new, industry-leading community of legacy Ethos Veterinary Health, Compassion-First Pet Hospitals, SAGE Veterinary Centers, and legacy NVA Specialty and Emergency hospitals. This powerful new community brings together a dynamic network of -145 hospitals, an unmatched team of experts, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering commitment to the advancement of the animal health profession and better patient outcomes.
          Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.
          
          Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
          
          Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
          
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