Veterinary Technician, EC/ICU Overnight

Ethos Veterinary Health

Emergency veterinary technician triaging and treating critical patients at Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston. Providing overnight nursing care, monitoring, diagnostics, and compassionate client support.

Posted 8/13/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $19 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in emergency veterinary care, including patient triage, advanced nursing, and medication administration. Proficient in collaborating with veterinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and maintain accurate medical records.

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Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)Emergency or Critical Care ExperienceVenipunctureCatheter PlacementPatient Monitoring

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Hard Skills

TriagePatient AssessmentMedication AdministrationFluid TherapyAnesthesia MonitoringRadiology SafetyDiagnosticsTreatment PlansMedical Record MaintenanceOngoing Patient Assessments

Soft Skills

CommunicationTeamworkOrganizational SkillsCompassionate CareAbility to Thrive in Fast-Paced Environment

Tools & Technologies

Medical EquipmentEmergency Room Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

Industry Keywords

Veterinary CareEmergency CareCritical CareVeterinary TechnicianPatient Care Plans

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Triage patients presenting to the Emergency Room according to triage levels
Assess pets and provide immediate lifesaving care under the direction of the ER doctor
Provide patient histories, vitals, and concerns to doctors for timely emergency-patient management
Work with technicians and assistants to perform diagnostics, execute treatment plans, and hospitalize patients
Provide advanced nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized patients
Administer medications, treatments, and fluid therapy, and perform ongoing patient assessments
Provide client updates, answer questions, and explain pets’ conditions, treatment plans, and prognoses
Maintain accurate medical records covering observations, treatments, diagnostics, medications, and changes in patient status
Collaborate with veterinarians, specialists, and support staff on patient care plans
Maintain treatment areas and prepare and manage medical equipment
Ensure hospitalized patients receive attentive, compassionate care throughout their stay

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of two years of veterinary experience for experienced Veterinary Technicians/Assistants
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred
Emergency or critical care experience preferred
Strong technical skills in venipuncture, catheter placement, medication administration, and patient monitoring
Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, radiology safety, and fluid therapy
Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced emergency environment
Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
Applicants must be 18 years of age or older
Applicants must provide employment eligibility/citizenship information

Benefits

Comp & perks

Sign-on bonus: Vet Assistant/Tech $500, LVT $1,500, VTS $2,500
$2/hr. overnight differential
$3/hr. weekend differential
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
Employee discounts, including pet discount
Professional development and tuition assistance
Uniform stipend
Retirement plan
Ongoing continued education opportunities, including lunch and learns