Senior ER Technician

Pet Vet Care Centers' Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson

We are seeking Senior ER Technicians to join our team.

At Pet Vet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people by providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage—supporting our patients and clients with the utmost dedication.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide
, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

The Veterinary Technician supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, feeding and caring for patients, maintaining supplies, overseeing triage, discharging patients, and maintaining medical records.

• Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations, reviewing care plans, completing lab tests and imaging.
• Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications and vaccines, and bandaging wounds.
• Support patient examinations and operations by preparing supplies, restraining patients, and assisting the veterinarian.
• Apply full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, and specialized drug administration.
• Obtain and verify medications, ensure proper dispensing and document controlled drugs.
• Maintain a safe environment by sterilizing instruments, disinfecting areas, storing supplies, and following standards.
• Document patient records accurately in the database.
• Communicate patient status to owners as directed.
• Maintain equipment and inventory; perform preventive maintenance.
• Update job knowledge through education and professional journals.
• Release patients to their owners, ensuring they are clean and groomed.
• Follow oral and written directions and perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 4–5 years of experience as a Veterinary Technician in an emergency/critical care setting.
• Proficiency in monitoring patients during anesthetic procedures and in emergency protocols.
• Skilled in venipuncture and blood collection for diagnostics.
• Strong understanding of triage, critical patient care, and emergency protocols.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Exceptional communication and teamwork skills.
• Advanced proficiency in IV catheter placement (peripheral and jugular).
• Strong knowledge of fluid therapy, shock management, and oxygen supplementation.
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and prioritize rapidly.
• Ability to safely restrain patients and obtain vitals.

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Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT).
• CPR Recover Certification.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster).
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution.
• Team member pet discounts.
• Emotional wellbeing support—Calm app access and 24/7 EAP.
• CE stipends and career development resources.
• Grant Circle relief fund for team members facing hardship.
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources.

Pet Vet is an equal‑opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin, physical or mental disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
EOE, M/F/D/V

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