Veterinary Technician, Emergency, Part-Time, Overnight

Irvine, CAPart-time$27–$32/hrPosted Jul 25, 2026

Emergency Veterinary Technician/Assistant
Part-Time/Overnight
Compensation and Schedule:

Pay Range: $27 - $32/hr.
12-24 hours per week
Overnight hours beginning at 6 or 7pm
Days of the week open

About the role: We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and dedicated Veterinary Technician to join our emergency team. The ideal candidate is a quick thinker, thrives under pressure, and has experience in emergency care.
Key Responsibilities:

Triage and Assess: Prioritize incoming patients and assess their condition.
Emergency Care: Provide treatments, assist with CPR, wound care, fluids, and surgery prep.
Diagnostics: Perform bloodwork, urinalysis, imaging, and other essential tests.
Patient Monitoring: Track vitals, document changes, and respond to needs promptly.
Medication & Anesthesia: Administer medications, assist with anesthesia, and ensure safe recovery.
Client Communication: Update pet owners and provide clear discharge instructions.
Maintain Supplies & Records: Stock equipment, maintain cleanliness, and document care.

Qualifications:

Certification: RVT preferred but not required
Experience: 1-2 years in veterinary or emergency care
Excellent veinous puncture skills
Comfortable floating between departments when needed
Comfortable with anesthesia

About Us: At Pacific Care Pet Emergency and Specialty, care, collaboration, and comprehensive expertise drive everything we do. We treat each pet as if they were our own, creating a compassionate environment for both pets and their owners. Working closely with primary veterinarians, we prioritize open communication and seamless access to support. Our dedicated team offers a full spectrum of services, including surgery, internal medicine, oncology, emergency, and critical care, all backed by a commitment to continual learning and medical advancement. If you're passionate about veterinary care, we’d love to have you on our team!
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

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 covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.