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Emergency Veterinary Technician

VCA Animal Hospitals·Middleton, Wisconsin

$25 - $30/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

Support emergency doctor teams by triaging incoming cases and providing high-quality nursing care to critically ill or injured patients. Coordinate ER flow, perform diagnostic tests, and manage anesthesia and recovery for emergency procedures.

VCA Veterinary Emergency and Veterinary Specialty Center, in Middleton, WI is seeking a Certified Veterinary Technician to join our Swing/Evening Team! Compensation: $25 - 30/hr and pay starting range is determined by skill set and years of experience in the field. Financial growth opportunities available. We also offer a shift differential to all hourly associates who work within a specific timeframe.

Schedule

  • Full-time, Swing/ 2nd shift.
  • Snapshot of the
  • Role: As an Emergency team member, you will support the Emergency doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Our Emergency and Critical Care Technicians thrive in a fast-paced service, handle critical case, and enjoy the stimulating caseload. Our Technicians have the opportunity to sharpen and advance their technical skills every day. Triage and prioritize incoming emergency cases Coordinate ER flow by assigning clinicians and ensuring timely patient care Provide high-quality nursing care and monitor critically ill or injured patients Place IV catheters, perform diagnostic testing, and administer treatments Assist in and monitor anesthesia for emergency procedures; manage patient recovery Support clinicians during exams, procedures, and diagnostic imaging (radiographs, labs) Communicate clearly with clients about patient status and discharge instructions Maintain accurate medical records, enter charges, and complete treatment sheets Collaborate with CSRs and team members to ensure a smooth client experience Maintain cleanliness, follow infection control protocols, and ensure proper patient restraint Participate in continuing education and ongoing professional development Benefits of joining the VCA Team! Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community Leadership opportunities and Career Development Programs Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities CE allowance, Vet Tech license reimbursement, and NAVTA membership Free mental wellness subscriptions (Head Space and 12 Lyra Health Sessions) Referral bonuses Medical, dental & vision insurance for you and your family Life, long and short-term disability insurance included Paid parental leave Paid vacation (2 weeks in 1st year for CVTs), sick time, and holiday pay 401(k) with corporate match Pet care discounts (40-100%) Associate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groups Free Continuing Education through our online WoofU Associate discounts on major cell phone carriers, car rentals, entertainment, and more! Plus so much more! Apply Today! We value your time, and that is why we have a very quick and easy mobile-friendly application process. We look forward to speaking with you!
  • Location: 1612 N.
  • High
  • Point
  • Road
  • Suite 100,
  • Middleton,
  • WI 53562
  • Qualifications: Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT), Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT), or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) Eligible to transfer current license to the state or obtain state credentialing within 3 months of hire. If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.

Requirements

Must be a Certified, Licensed, or Registered Veterinary Technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT). Candidates must be eligible to transfer or obtain state credentialing within three months of hire.

  • professional certificate
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Infection Control
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Triage
  • Client Communication
  • Anesthesia Monitoring
  • IV Catheter Placement
  • Radiographs
  • Medical Record Maintenance
  • Emergency Care
  • Critical Care Nursing
  • Patient Restraint

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$25 - $30/hr
Location
Middleton, Wisconsin
Posted
May 8, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

VCA Animal Hospitals

A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From general practice to emergency and specialty...

Salary listed on 514 jobs
IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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Emergency vet tech demand in Wisconsin

Emergency veterinary technicians are often in demand in Wisconsin because 24/7 and urgent-care clinics need staff who can support critical patients and keep treatment moving. This role is competitive for candidates with strong venipuncture, IVC placement, and patient monitoring skills, plus comfort in a fast-paced emergency setting. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and save research time.

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