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Overnight ER/ICU Veterinary Technician
Overview:
Mountain West Veterinary Specialists – Bluffdale location is looking for a full-time Overnight Veterinary Technician (7:00 PM–8:00 AM) to join our team. We are a rapidly growing, independently and locally owned hospital offering specialty and emergency veterinary services.
We are currently offering a 25% hourly stipend for all weekend hours and hours worked between 6:00 PM and 8:00 AM!
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Emergency Veterinary Technician to join our dynamic team. In this fast-paced role, you will provide critical support to veterinarians during emergency procedures, ensure the well-being of patients, and communicate effectively with pet owners during high-stress situations. This position requires a strong ability to prioritize, multitask, and deliver exceptional patient care in an emergency setting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Triage incoming patients to determine the urgency of their conditions.
- Monitor and assess patient vital signs, providing stabilization and immediate care as directed.
- Administer medications, intravenous fluids, and other treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Assist with diagnostic procedures, including radiology, ultrasonography, and laboratory testing.
- Prepare and maintain equipment and treatment areas for emergency procedures.
- Assist veterinarians during surgeries and critical interventions, ensuring all instruments are sterilized and readily available.
- Collect samples for laboratory testing, including blood draws and cytology samples.
- Place IV catheters, perform wound care, and assist with resuscitation efforts when necessary.
- Provide compassionate, high-quality patient care throughout the duration of each shift.
- Communicate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and other members of the hospital team.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a veterinary setting, with prior emergency or critical care experience preferred.
- Proficiency in handling and restraining animals, as well as operating diagnostic, anesthetic, and monitoring equipment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
- Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and maintaining a professional work environment.
Work Environment & Schedule:
- Fast-paced, high-pressure environment with exposure to emergency and critical care situations.
- Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as emergencies occur 24/7.
- Schedule: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 7:00 PM–8:00 AM
- 25% hourly stipend for all hours worked between 6:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
- 25% hourly stipend for weekend hours.
Why Join Mountain West Veterinary Specialists?
Our Bluffdale location provides a collaborative environment where team members have the opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinarians and support a wide range of specialty and emergency cases.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical insurance with eligibility at 60 days
- Vision and dental insurance with eligibility at 60 days
- Life insurance with eligibility at 60 days
- Paid time off
- Matching 401(k), with eligibility after 90 days
- Employee pet discounts
- 25% hourly stipend for weekend hours
- 25% hourly stipend for hours worked from 6:00 PM–8:00 AM
- Holiday and other applicable stipend pay
- Scrub allowance
Our team works three 13-hour shifts each week, allowing for a consistent schedule and work-life balance on the remaining days of the week.
If you are passionate about animal care, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a growing specialty and emergency hospital, we invite you to apply and become a vital part of the Mountain West Veterinary Specialists team.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 39.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- License reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $26