Credentialed Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Part-Time or Per Diem) | $20.00-$32.00/hr Location: Bradenton, FLSchedule: Part-Time or Per Diem | Flexible Scheduling | Emergency DepartmentCompensation: $20.00-$32.00/hour based on experience and licensure + Shift Differentials Available for Overnight Hours Animal ER of University Park is seeking experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technicians (CVT/LVT/RVT) to join our growing Emergency team in Bradenton, Florida. If you're looking for flexible scheduling while utilizing advanced technical skills in a fast-paced emergency environment, we'd love to meet you. Whether you're seeking supplemental hours, a part-time schedule, or per diem opportunities, you'll work alongside an experienced emergency team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while supporting one another every step of the way. Compensation $20.00-$32.00/hour based on experience and applicable licensure Additional overnight shift differentials available Schedule Part-Time or Per Diem Flexible scheduling based on hospital needs Overnight opportunities available Weekend and holiday availability preferred Benefits Part-time and per diem benefits may vary. Eligible employees may enjoy: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Paid Time Off Employee Pet Discount Continuing Education Opportunities Paid License Renewal Fees Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Employee Assistance Program Quarterly Bonus Opportunities Uniform Allowance Life & Disability Insurance HSA/FSA Options And more! Responsibilities Triage incoming emergency patients using sound clinical judgment. Perform physical assessments and monitor hospitalized patients. Administer subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications while recognizing potential adverse effects. Set up, monitor, and manage intravenous fluid therapy, constant rate infusions, and blood transfusions. Perform advanced technical procedures including venipuncture, catheter placement, ultrasonography assistance, paracentesis, and laboratory sample collection. Collect diagnostic samples and perform in-house laboratory testing and diagnostic imaging. Provide comprehensive nursing care, including urinary catheter management, nasogastric tube placement, oxygen therapy, chest tube management, and advanced patient monitoring. Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, recovery, and mechanical ventilation for high-risk patients. Perform advanced vascular access techniques, including jugular, central, arterial, and intraosseous catheter placement. Participate in patient rounds to ensure continuity of care. Maintain accurate medical records and communicate effectively with veterinarians and team members. Deliver compassionate, high-quality patient care while supporting clients during emergency situations. Qualifications Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT) required Minimum of 2 years of Veterinary Technician experience, preferably in Emergency Medicine Strong knowledge of emergency patient care, restraint, anesthesia, phlebotomy, laboratory procedures, pharmacology, and diagnostic imaging Experience with emergency triage and critical patient monitoring preferred Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills Ability to remain calm and efficient in a fast-paced emergency environment Strong attention to detail and commitment to exceptional patient care Fluent English speaking and reading skills required Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus About the Hospital Animal ER of University Park is a growing 24-hour emergency hospital dedicated to providing exceptional emergency and critical care for pets throughout Florida's Gulf Coast. Our collaborative team works together to deliver advanced medicine while fostering a supportive, inclusive culture where every team member is valued. Working in our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility, you'll have the opportunity to utilize advanced technical skills, manage diverse emergency cases, and continue growing alongside experienced emergency veterinarians and credentialed technicians. We believe in teamwork, continuous learning, and empowering our technicians to practice at the highest level. Surrounding Areas Animal ER of University Park proudly serves Bradenton and surrounding communities including Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Palmetto, Parrish, Ellenton, Venice, Anna Maria Island, Longboat Key, and the greater Manatee and Sarasota County areas. Located along Florida's beautiful Gulf Coast, Bradenton offers year-round sunshine, world-renowned beaches, boating, fishing, outdoor recreation, and a vibrant downtown—making it an outstanding place to grow your veterinary career while enjoying an exceptional quality of life. Join Our Team If you're an experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technician looking for flexible scheduling while continuing to practice advanced emergency medicine, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional care for pets and the families who love them. Bradenton, FL Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of more than 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street—you'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together. Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.