Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Emergency Veterinary Technician | $25.00-$29.00/hour starting, based on experience and licensure + Additional $4/hr shift differential Pet Emergency & Referral Center (PERC) | Palm Beach Gardens, FL $2,500 Sign-On Bonus for Licensed Veterinary Technicians + $2,500 Relocation Assistance When Applicable Up To $2000 Sign-On Bonus Structure Available for Qualified Unlicensed Technicians Full-Time, Part-Time, or Per-Diem Openings | 12-hour shifts | Days, Evenings, or Overnights available Pet Emergency & Referral Center (PERC) is hiring experienced Veterinary Technicians to join our Emergency team in Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

This is an opportunity for a Veterinary Technician who enjoys fast-paced emergency medicine, hands-on patient care, critical thinking, and working alongside experienced emergency veterinarians and board-certified specialists.

Compensation

Competitive pay based on experience Additional $4/hour shift differential on weekends Additional $4/hour shift differential from 10:00 PM–6:00 AM every night LVT/CVT/RVT credential preferred but not required Benefits Part-time benefits may vary based on eligibility. Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life and AD&D insurance Employee Assistance Program 401(k) with employer match Paid time off Sick time Parental leave Discounted employee pet insurance Employee discounts on pet services and supplies Employee Costco membership Birthday and milestone recognition bonuses Employee referral rewards program Uniform scrub allowance CE allowance for Licensed Veterinary Technicians Cultural ambassador events and outings Employee snacks, coffee, and tea Additional benefits may be available based on eligibility Schedule Full-time, part-time, or per-diem opportunities available 12-hour shifts Shift options: 8:00 AM–8:00 PM 12:00 PM–12:00 AM 6:00 PM–6:00 AM 8:00 PM–8:00 AM Responsibilities As an Emergency Veterinary Technician, you will provide hands-on nursing care and technical support for emergency and hospitalized patients in a busy 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital.

Triage emergency patients and assist with critical patient assessments, monitor hospitalized and critically ill patients , p rioritize patient needs based on condition and urgency Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters , a dminister medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians , p erform in-house laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures , a ssist with emergency procedures and surgery , m onitor anesthesia and safely recover patients Collaborate with emergency veterinarians, board-certified specialists, Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and other hospital team members, communicate patient updates, diagnostic findings, and concerns with veterinarians and the medical team , m aintain accurate patient records and treatment documentation Provide compassionate support and clear communication to clients during stressful situations Cross-train throughout the hospital and continue developing advanced technical skills, participate in mentorship, continuing education, and ongoing clinical training Maintain a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of experience in veterinary medicine required, prior Veterinary Technician experience required LVT, CVT, or RVT credential preferred, but not required Emergency or critical care experience preferred Comfortable prioritizing and triaging emergency cases , u nderstanding of veterinary nursing and patient care Calm under pressure with strong critical thinking and decision-making skills, able to work effectively in a fast-paced emergency and specialty environment Detail-oriented, dependable, and team-focused , s trong communication and interpersonal skills Passionate about learning and providing exceptional patient care, flexible and willing to cross-train throughout the hospital Fluent English speaking and reading skills required About the Hospital Pet Emergency & Referral Center (PERC) is a busy, growing 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital serving Palm Beach Gardens and the surrounding community.

Our Emergency Service works closely with specialty departments to provide seamless, advanced care for critically ill and complex patients. Collaboration is central to our approach, creating an environment where Veterinary Technicians are valued members of the medical team and encouraged to utilize their technical skills.

Surrounding Areas Pet Emergency & Referral Center serves Palm Beach Gardens and surrounding communities in northern Palm Beach County, including Jupiter, Juno Beach, North Palm Beach, Lake Park, Riviera Beach, Palm Beach Shores, and West Palm Beach. The area offers convenient access to South Florida beaches, boating, outdoor recreation, dining, shopping, and the greater Palm Beach County community.

Palm Beach Gardens and the surrounding North Palm Beach County area offer a coastal South Florida lifestyle with access to beaches, water activities, outdoor recreation, dining, and entertainment. The region provides a variety of communities and neighborhoods for veterinary professionals looking to build a career in emergency and specialty medicine.

Join Us At PERC, Veterinary Technicians are trusted, respected, and encouraged to practice advanced technical skills while continuing to grow through mentorship from experienced emergency and specialty teams, continuing education, and cross-training throughout the hospital. Apply today and build your long-term career in emergency and specialty medicine!

About Ethos Veterinary Health 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 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.

Join Us At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care. Equal Opportunity Employer 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.