Technician Assistant - Emergency & ICU Overnight Shift

Great medicine. Great clients. Great teamwork.

Overnight and weekend shifts include a shift differential. 

Are you a Technician Assistant who does your best work when the hospital quiets down—but the medicine gets intense? Our Overnight ER/ICU Technician Assistant role is ideal for someone who’s calm, capable, and confident supporting patient care during the most critical hours of the night.

You’ll work closely with overnight veterinarians and credentialed technicians to provide continuous, high-quality care for hospitalized and emergency patients, playing a key role in keeping patients safe, comfortable, and closely monitored until morning.

What You’ll Do

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with overnight patient care and treatments

• Monitor hospitalized patients and promptly report changes to the medical team

• Safely restrain patients and support procedures as directed

• Prepare medications, supplies, and treatment areas

• Collect and run basic diagnostics as trained

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment and ICU areas

• Support accurate documentation and workflow in the EMR

• Communicate clearly and calmly during high-acuity, low-staff situations

• Follow AAHA standards, hospital protocols, and core values

Why Overnight Shift?

• Focused, hands-on medicine with fewer distractions

• Strong team reliance and collaboration in a smaller overnight crew

• Exposure to critical cases and advanced monitoring

• Ideal for those who prefer quieter hours and meaningful responsibility

Requirements

• Previous experience working with animals in a clinical, shelter, or veterinary setting

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Comfort working in a busy, high-acuity environment

• Basic computer skills and ability to learn EMR systems

• Ability to stand, lift, and assist with animal handling for extended periods

Preferred

• Veterinary Assistant or Technician Assistant experience

• Enrollment in or interest in a Veterinary Technology program

• Prior experience in emergency or specialty medicine

Who This Role Is Perfect For

• Someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, and steady under pressure

• A Technician Assistant who enjoys independent thinking with team support

• A night owl who prefers overnight schedules and focused work

• A future CVT interested in emergency and critical care experience

• A team member who takes pride in being the backbone of overnight care

Salary : $18 - $23