Job Description
Emergency Veterinary Technician
Department: Veterinary Technicians
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Niceville, Florida
Compensation: $21.00 - $28.00 / hour
Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician ready to take your skills to the next level in Emergency Medicine?
Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville (EVC) is seeking a Full-Time Veterinary Technician to join our growing Emergency & Critical Care Team This opportunity is ideal for technicians who thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy critical thinking, and want to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes during medical emergencies.
As the only 24/7 Emergency Veterinary Hospital serving Niceville and the Emerald Coast, our team provides advanced emergency and critical care services for pets when they need us most.
Full-Time Day Shift Technician
Schedule: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
What You'll Do
As a valued member of our medical team, you'll play a direct role in patient care, treatment, diagnostics, and client support.
Responsibilities include:
- Emergency and urgent care patient support
- Hospitalized and critical care case management
- IV catheter placement and venipuncture
- Patient triage and assessment
- Anesthesia monitoring and recovery
- Diagnostic testing and sample collection
- Treatment administration and nursing care
- Client communication during stressful situations
- Electronic medical record documentation
- Collaboration with veterinarians and fellow technicians to deliver exceptional patient care
Whether your experience comes from Emergency Medicine, Specialty Practice, Urgent Care, or High-Volume General Practice, we encourage you to apply.
What We’re Looking For
- 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
Why Veterinary Technicians Choose EVC Niceville
We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth, financial wellbeing, and overall wellness.
- Competitive pay ranging from $21–$28/hour, based on experience and qualifications
- Performance reviews and advancement opportunities
- Continuing Education (CE) support and paid training
- Growth opportunities in emergency medicine, specialty medicine, and leadership development
- Career advancement pathways within Innovetive Petcare
Eligible CVTs, RVTs, and LVTs who graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program, passed the VTNE, and obtained credentialing within the past three years may qualify for Innovetive Petcare's HeadStart Student Loan Support Program
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Calm Health Wellness Program, including mental health, stress management, mindfulness, and sleep support resources
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Life Insurance Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Employee Pet Care Discounts
- Rocket Lawyer Legal Support for eligible team members and their immediate family
- Modern emergency hospital with advanced diagnostics and treatment capabilities
- Fast-paced caseload that encourages critical thinking and hands-on learning
- Collaborative, team-focused culture with experienced emergency professionals
- Opportunities to make a meaningful impact on patients, clients, and the veterinary community
