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Emergency Veterinary Technician Assistant
Job Location:
Job Location:
Niceville, FL - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 18 - 20
Hourly Salary:
Posted:
11 September 2026 (22 hours ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
9 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Build Your Emergency Medicine Career Where You Can Grow
Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville is looking for a Veterinary Technician Assistant / Veterinary Technician to join our growing Emergency and Critical Care Team.
If you have a foundation in veterinary medicine and want to build your technical skills in Emergency Medicine we want to meet you.
Credentialing and prior ER experience are not required. Were especially interested in Veterinary Assistants and developing technicians who are comfortable with patient care eager to learn and ready to take on more responsibility.
As the only 24/7 Emergency Veterinary Hospital serving Niceville and the Emerald Coast we care for pets when they need us most including nights weekends and holidays.
What Youll Do
Depending on your experience youll have opportunities to support:
- Emergency urgent and critical care patients
- Patient intake triage vitals and monitoring
- Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
- Medications treatments and nursing care
- Anesthesia monitoring and recovery
- In-house laboratory and diagnostic testing
- Radiology and imaging
- Surgical and emergency procedures
- Client communication and compassionate patient support
As your skills grow so will your responsibilities. Youll have the opportunity to move beyond basic patient care and become a more active part of the medical team.
This Could Be a Great Fit If You Are...
- A Veterinary Assistant ready to take the next step
- A developing Veterinary Technician looking for more hands-on experience
- An experienced technician interested in transitioning into Emergency Medicine
- Coming from general practice urgent care specialty shelter medicine or another small-animal setting
- Comfortable working with dogs and cats
- Curious dependable and excited to learn
What Were Looking For
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant Veterinary Technician Veterinary Nurse or similar clinical role
- Hands-on experience with patient handling restraint treatments and nursing care
- Experience with venipuncture IVCs anesthesia surgery diagnostics or hospitalized patients is a plus
- Emergency critical care urgent care specialty or high-volume GP experience preferred for more advanced roles
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to stay calm and focused in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to learn and grow
- Availability for overnight and weekend shifts
We value hands-on experience mentorship and a willingness to grow. Youll work alongside experienced emergency veterinarians and technicians while building skills in triage venipuncture IVC placement anesthesia diagnostics hospitalized patient care and emergency procedures.
Whether youre an experienced ER technician or a Veterinary Assistant ready to grow into emergency medicine we want to meet you.
Whether youre an experienced ER technician or a Veterinary Assistant ready to grow into emergency medicine we want to meet you.
Why Join Emergency Veterinary Clinic of Niceville
Schedule
- Overnight and weekend coverage
- 8:00 PM 8:00 AM
- Overnight and weekend team members are eligible for shift differential pay.
Compensation
- $18$20/hour based on experience and qualifications
- Credentialed technicians with strong experience may be considered at a higher rate.
- Relocation assistance may also be available for experienced credentialed technicians considering a move to the Florida Panhandle.
Were proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth financial wellbeing and overall wellness.
Compensation & Career Development
- Competitive pay ranging from $18$20/hour based on experience and qualifications
- Performance reviews and advancement opportunities
- Continuing Education (CE) support and paid training
- Growth opportunities in emergency medicine specialty medicine and leadership development
- Career advancement pathways within Innovetive Petcare
HeadStart Student Loan Support Program
Eligible CVTs who graduated from an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology Program passed the VTNE and obtained credentialing within the past three years may qualify for Innovetive Petcares HeadStart Student Loan Support Program.
Health & Wellness
- Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Calm Health Wellness Program including mental health stress management mindfulness and sleep support resources
Additional Benefits
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Life Insurance Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Employee Pet Care Discounts
- Rocket Lawyer Legal Support for eligible team members and their immediate family
Why Join EVC Niceville
- Modern emergency hospital with advanced diagnostics and treatment capabilities
- Fast-paced caseload that encourages critical thinking and hands-on learning
- Collaborative team-focused culture with experienced emergency professionals
- Opportunities to make a meaningful impact on patients clients and the veterinary community
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
We handle the day-to-day business operations while you provide excellent medical care. Join a veterinary family that cares about your happiness and success.
