Veterinary Technician Assistant - Overnight ICU & Critical Care
$16 - $19/hr+ $2/hour Overnight Differential + $5/hour Overnight Weekend Differential
Mid
Bachelor's, Associate's
Houston, TX, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryVeterinary Professionals
About the job
Requirements
- A high school diploma is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; an Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree is preferred.
- At least 2 years of experience in general or specialty veterinary service is required.
- Previous experience in a surgical or specialty veterinary setting is preferred.
- Technical skills in venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement, intubation and extubation, surgical preparation and assistance, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory procedures are required.
- Experience handling and processing surgical instruments, including specialized equipment, is required.
- Fluent spoken and written English is required.
- The ability to adapt positively to healthcare technology and process changes is required.
- Listening, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are required.
- Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures, including word processing, designing forms, maintaining files, dictation and transcription, email communication, and computer programs for managing client and patient information, is required.
- Knowledge of basic drug uses, generic and brand names, and possible side effects or reactions is required.
- Knowledge of clinic procedures that support patient-care protocols and client experiences is required.
Responsibilities
- Assist technicians in obtaining patient vital signs.
- Monitor and record patients' food and water intake and output, urination, and bowel movements; monitor veterinarian-designated alerts and notify the veterinarian and charge technician when readings are outside the normal range.
- Assist technicians with diagnostics, including collecting laboratory samples and taking radiographs, and with triage.
- Assist with emergency patients arriving through the emergency room and patients hospitalized in the intensive care unit or intermediate care unit.
- Deliver laboratory samples, and request, prepare, and send imaging for radiologist interpretation.
- Assist with bandage and wound care and set up for advanced-skill procedures according to standard operating procedures.
- Set up for intravenous catheter placement and blood sampling and prepare associated bandage materials.
- Feed, walk, and weigh stable hospitalized patients, report observations to the assigned technician, and document appropriately in the medical record.
- Maintain patient cleanliness and transfer patients to necessary areas of the hospital.
- Collect free-catch urine and fecal samples; perform peripheral blood sampling if approved by leadership.
- Stock and clean the department; do laundry; wash dishes, litterboxes, and e-collars; and collect and dispose of trash.
- Clean and sanitize the clinic, including animal cages and runs, treatment areas, equipment, isolation wards, the anteroom, food-preparation area, and laundry area.
- Type on a computer keyboard, document legibly, operate the phone system, maintain clear medical records, and learn software used in the hospital or department workflow.
- Attend mandatory staff meetings and participate in check-in conversations with the leadership team.
- Assist client patient coordinators, veterinary technicians, and veterinarians; restrain patients during triage, workups, and examinations; prepare workstations for procedures and monitoring; and calm anxious patients.
- Follow hospital safety and wellness regulations; assist with CPR efforts by keeping time and recording; and stock the crash cart.
- Assist with electrocardiograms and prepare oxygen cages, including monitoring and changing soda lime.
- Place intravenous catheters if approved by leadership and working with an experienced mentor.
- Handle animals carefully during testing, injections, and other clinical procedures.
- Perform additional duties or meet changed expectations as directed by the leadership team or business needs.
Desired Qualifications
- Fluency in additional languages is a plus.
About the company
Ethos Veterinary Health operates a nationwide network of more than 140 specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals across North America. It brings together over 1,500 specialized veterinarians who treat nearly 2 million pets each year. Hospitals in the network share advanced diagnostic tools and apply a scientific, evidence‑based approach to patient care, enabling collaboration across sites and access to specialized expertise. What makes Ethos different is the combination of a large, integrated network with deep specialty medicine and a focus on high-quality outcomes and professional collaboration, rather than isolated clinics. The company’s goal is to raise veterinary standards by delivering expert, evidence‑based care and to provide rewarding careers for veterinary professionals while advancing pet health.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Woburn, Massachusetts
Founded
2015
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- VetRec reached 600 doctors and 900 staff by August 2026.
- Ethos opened 2026 ER Immerse recruiting across Texas, Florida, and California.
- Leslie Storms became president on December 1, 2025, restoring permanent leadership.
What critics are saying
- FTC order limits specialty acquisitions near rivals through 2032, capping roll-up growth.
- Leadership churn from Ryan Buck to Leslie Storms signals strategic instability in 2025.
- Sambolin litigation over hospital care keeps malpractice and reputational risk alive.
What makes Ethos Veterinary Health unique
- 140+ specialty and emergency hospitals give Ethos dense referral coverage.
- Ethos Discovery and clinical trials embed research into daily hospital operations.
- VetRec partnership adds enterprise AI recordkeeping across specialty and emergency workflows.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Work Hours