Overnight ER Veterinary Technician - Veterinary Specialty Center Tucson

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter. Because life is better with pets. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

About the role

Join our team as a Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients.

Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson has been West Tucson's most trusted specialty and emergency resource since 2004, distinguished by a key institutional commitment: VSCOT employs senior in-house doctors rather than rotating relief staff, ensuring continuity of care and clinical expertise that patients and their families can count on every visit. Available 24/7 with a board-certified criticalist always on site, along with a board-certified surgeon and radiologist by appointment, VSCOT draws patients from as far as Sierra Vista, Phoenix, Flagstaff, Las Cruces NM, and El Paso TX — a testament to its regional reputation for outstanding care.

Responsibilities

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian.
• Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications.
• Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease.
• As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations.
• Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian.
• Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
• Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts.
• Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals.
• Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice.

Requirements

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital, emergency/critical care setting, or high-volume clinical environment preferred.
• Experience handling hospitalized patients, assisting with treatments, monitoring patient care, and supporting emergency procedures.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, 24-hour emergency hospital environment.
• Experience with patient restraint, medication preparation assistance, venipuncture assistance, catheter care, laboratory sample handling, and basic nursing care.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and client care teams.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and adaptable during emergency situations.
• Availability to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight hours as required by a 24-hour hospital.

Preferred Skills

• Licensed/Registered/Credentialed Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT).
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Controlled substance handling and safety training, if applicable to role and state regulations.
• Completion of hospital-specific training and competency assessments.

Schedule

Wednesday - Friday overnight shift 7PM-7AM. Schedule could change based on hospital needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster).
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution.
• Team Member Pet Discounts.
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP.
• CE stipends and career development resources.
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship.

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Our hospital provides the opportunity to work alongside experienced veterinary professionals and learn from a highly skilled medical team. We have access to board-certified specialists, including a board-certified radiologist, surgeon, and criticalist, allowing our team to be involved in advanced diagnostics, complex cases, and high-quality patient care.