Emergency Veterinary Technician

Innovetive Petcare

Salary: $35k - $52k
Experience: 2+ yrs
Location: Niceville, Florida, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

PIMS
EMR
IDEXX
Heska
Radiography

About the role

Experienced Veterinary Professionals Wanted — Emergency Medicine Focus

Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville (EVC Niceville) is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency & Critical Care team.

This position is not entry level. Successful candidates will have a strong clinical foundation and prior hands-on experience in emergency, critical care, surgery, anesthesia, or high-volume general practice. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, stay calm under pressure, and want to advance your emergency medicine skills, this is the role for you.

As the only 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital serving Niceville and the Emerald Coast, EVC provides urgent, life-saving care after hours, on weekends, and during holidays. Our team is known for its professionalism, collaboration, and commitment to exceptional patient care.

As an Emergency Veterinary Assistant or Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting veterinarians and credentialed technicians during emergency and critical care cases. This role requires technical competence, strong situational awareness, and the ability to make sound decisions in high-acuity situations.

You will work closely with the medical team to deliver efficient, compassionate care during some of the most stressful moments for pets and their families.

🌟 Key Highlights:

Full-Time Position with steady hours and opportunities for growth
Shifts: Day, Evenings & Overnights shifts shared among the team for fairness and work- life balance
Pay Range: $17–$25/hour (commensurate with veterinary experience)
📍 Location: 203 Government Ave, Niceville, FL 32578

🩺 What You’ll Do:

You’ll play a key role in supporting our emergency and critical care teams—helping deliver high-quality care when pets (and their people) need it most.

Assist with emergency triage, urgent examinations, and treatments
Obtain patient histories, vitals, and presenting complaints
Provide safe, skilled restraint for critically ill, injured, or fractious patients
Perform and support diagnostics, including:

Venipuncture and blood sample preparation
In-house laboratory testing (IDEXX/Heska preferred)
Radiographs
Urinalysis, fecals, and basic cytology
Place and maintain IV catheters; assist with fluid therapy
Administer medications via PO, SQ, IM, and IV routes
Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
Support surgical and emergency procedures as directed
Monitor hospitalized and ICU patients; accurately chart vitals and observations

Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment and patient care areas
Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients, including discharge education
Collaborate with teammates to ensure smooth shift transitions and continuity of care

✅ What You’ll Bring:

This is not an entry-level position
Minimum 2+ years of hands-on veterinary clinical experience required
Prior experience in emergency, critical care, specialty, or high-volume general practice strongly preferred
Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred, but highly skilled Veterinary Assistants with advanced technical abilities will be considered
Demonstrated proficiency in:
- Patient restraint and handling in high-stress situations
- IV catheter placement and venipuncture
- Anesthetic monitoring and post-operative recovery
- Emergency protocols and multitasking under pressure
Experience with veterinary PIMS and electronic medical records
Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Ability to remain calm, focused, and professional during trauma cases and overnight surges
Flexible availability for nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis

💼 What We Offer:

We're proud to offer a robust, industry-leading benefits package that supports you personally and professionally:

💲 Competitive Pay

$17–$25/hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Regular performance reviews with advancement potential

🧠 Professional Development

CE allowance and paid training opportunities
Career growth paths toward technician licensure, specialty care, or leadership roles

❤️ Health & Wellness

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Mental health support and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Short- and long-term disability insurance

⏰ Work-Life Balance

Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
Flexible scheduling with rotating shifts to support 24/7 operations

🐶 Employee Pet Perks

Generous discounts on veterinary services and products for your pets

🔒 Financial Security

401(k) with company match
Life insurance options to plan for your future

👥 Supportive Culture

Positive, respectful, team-first environment
Transparent leadership and a collaborative, family-like team

🏥 Modern Facility

Well-equipped ER hospital with advanced diagnostics and treatment capabilities
A fast-paced setting that values technician input and critical thinking

📣 Your Next Step Starts Here

If you're ready to join a team where your skills are appreciated, your growth is supported, and your love for emergency medicine is shared—we’d love to meet you.

Apply now to become part of something bigger: delivering comfort, compassion, and critical care to pets and their families—when it matters most.

About Innovetive Petcare

Owns and operates a network of veterinary hospitals and clinics.

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