Veterinary Technician

Description

About Us

The Veterinary Emergency Hospital of Midlothian (VEHM) is a busy, privately owned, 24/7 small animal emergency hospital serving the greater Midlothian community with progressive, compassionate care. As part of our expansion, we've opened a second location—Veterinary Emergency Hospital Arlington Urgent Care (VEHA). Together, VEHA and VEHM function as one cohesive organization, united in our commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care across both locations.

VEHM remains our primary hospital and the core of our company, where we take pride in delivering high-quality medicine and exemplary client service around the clock.

We are open 24/7, including weekends and holidays, and we take pride in delivering progressive, compassionate patient care alongside exemplary client service. With fully staffed teams of doctors and a growing need for additional support staff at both locations, we’re expanding and seeking to add dedicated professionals to our team.

As we continue to grow, we’re excited to welcome new talent—individuals who are passionate about patient care and ready to make a meaningful difference in a fast-paced veterinary environment.

Ideal Candidate for the Veterinary Technician Position

We are searching for highly motivated and skilled veterinary technicians to join our team.  In this role, you will collaborate closely with veterinarians and lead technicians to deliver exceptional care to our patients. Your responsibilities will include providing critical ICU care, assisting with surgical procedures, administering outpatient treatments, and prioritizing patient comfort in every situation. Our veterinary technicians play a vital role in all aspects of patient care, including, but not limited to,  anesthesia, wound care, pharmacy, medication administration, and client communication.

Position Type Available: Full-Time | Part-Time | Relief | Optional Split-Location with VEHM

You’ll be hands-on in

• Urgent, emergency, ICU, and critical care
• Surgical and special procedural assistance
• Anesthetic, critical care, and ICU monitoring
• Inpatient and outpatient treatment
• Client education and communication
• Pharmacy, medication administration
• Diagnostic Processing
• Supporting patient comfort, client communication, and continuity of care

This is a hands-on, high-impact role involving anesthesia, triage, surgery, diagnostics, and more.

What We Offer

• Competitive wages (based on experience), Shift Differential, Overtime
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellhub wellness app program
• Short-term, long-term disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO and pet care discount
• A non-corporate, supportive team culture focused on learning, growth, and compassionate care 

Key Job Duties: 

Patient Care

• Obtain and document thorough and precise patient histories
• Educate clients on patient care and conditions
• Communicate updates on patient status to clients
• Review medical records, discharge instructions, and treatment cost estimates with clients.
• Initiate triage and emergency procedures, including CPR
• Provide wound care and bandage maintenance using aseptic techniques
• Monitor anesthesia, transfusions, and vital signs of critical care patients
• Administer medications via various routes (oral, subcutaneous, intravenous, intramuscular)
• Apply transdermal medication patches and fill prescriptions

Diagnostic and Laboratory Procedures

• Collect samples, including venous, fecal, ear, bodily fluids, and urine (including ultrasound-guided cystocentesis)
• Prepare samples for in-house or external laboratory testing as required
• Operate in-house laboratory equipment (CBC, Chemistry, EPOC, Coags, Fecal, Snap Tests, Urinalysis, and HeskaView Telecytology)
• Prepare slides and conduct microscopic examinations
• Obtain diagnostic results, including digital radiographs (with proper positioning), laboratory tests, ECG, blood pressure, SP02, and ETCO2
• Assist with ultrasounds, endoscopy, surgery, and specialized procedures

Treatment and Hospitalization

• Place and maintain intravenous catheters (including feeding tubes, jugular catheters, central lines, and PICC lines, based on experience)
• Provide hospitalized patient care, including treatments, feeding, and walking/cleaning litter boxes.
• Assist veterinarians with physical exams and procedures

Surgical and Anesthesia Support

• Induce, intubate, monitor, and recover patients from anesthetic procedures
• Clean and sterilize surgical instruments using autoclaves and gas sterilizers

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain client and patient medical records.
• Assist with customer service duties (answering phones, greeting clients, processing payments, and managing medical records)
• Clean and disinfect equipment, kennels, treatment areas, and bathe patients
• Operate oxygen delivery systems (flow-by, high-flow, nasal cannula, Snyder, incubator, and tanks)
• Assist with euthanasia and handle patient remains, including preparation for cremation or home burial.
• Maintain inventory and stock supplies
• Perform laundry duties

Work Requirements & Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds unassisted
• Extended periods of standing, walking, bending, or reaching
• May need assistance with lifting heavier animals or materials

This position may involve exposure to occupational hazards commonly found in a veterinary medical environment, including:

• Radiation exposure during diagnostic imaging
• Ethylene oxide gas (used in sterilization processes)
• Hazardous medications and controlled substances
• Infectious and zoonotic diseases from ill or injured animals
• Disinfectants and chemical agents used in cleaning and sanitation
• Unpleasant odors, loud noises, and other environmental factors
• Animal-related injuries, including bites, scratches, and exposure to bodily fluids
• Aggressive patient behavior during restraint or treatment

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our hiring process is rooted in fairness,  transparency, and opportunity, designed to support passionate professionals who want to make a meaningful impact in emergency and urgent care. All applications are reviewed and processed through our official Careers Page Portal, in coordination with the VEHM Recruitment Team.

We’re excited at the pawsibility of welcoming you into the next chapter of your veterinary journey—right here with us at VEHA/VEHM, where passion meets purpose in urgent and emergency care.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of experience as a Veterinary Technician
• Emergency or critical care experience preferred, but not required
• Licensed Veterinary Technician preferred, but not required

SKILLS

• Remains calm and compassionate in critical situations
• Strong veterinary technical skills (including restraint, IVC placement, sample collection, patient monitoring)
• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong communication and multitasking skills
• Experience with EzyVet and/or Veterinary Emergency software is a plus