Red River Animal Emergency Hospital and Referral Center·Fargo, North Dakota
You will provide urgent and life-saving medical care to emergency patients while working alongside a collaborative veterinary team. Responsibilities include triaging cases, assisting with procedures, administering treatments, and performing diagnostic testing.
If you're looking for a career that is challenging, rewarding, and filled with opportunities to expand your skills, this could be the perfect next step. Red River Animal Emergency Clinic is growing, and we're searching for a full-time Overnight ER Veterinary Technician to join our exceptional team in Fargo, ND.
Why Veterinary Technicians Choose Us We believe great technicians deserve more than just a paycheck-they deserve a workplace that invests in their success, well-being, and future.
$25 - $30 per hour, depending on experience Additional $5/hour overnight shift differential
Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Discounts on pet care and pet food Scrub allowance CE allowance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off (PTO)
YOUR NEW ROLE AS AN OVERNIGHT ER VETERINARY TECHNICIAN This is an overnight position, working a schedule of three days per week, with preference given to candidates who can work overnights and weekends. In our fast-paced emergency department, no two shifts are the same. You'll work side by side with a collaborative veterinary team, caring for patients who need urgent and life-saving medical attention. Your responsibilities will include: Triaging incoming emergency cases Assisting veterinarians with treatments and procedures IV therapy administration Wound care Feeding tube management Patient assessments Catheter placement Laboratory sample collection Blood and plasma transfusions Compassionate patient handling and comfort-focused care
Digital radiography Ultrasound imaging Anesthesia Critical care monitoring Long-term ventilation Endoscopy CT Dialysis Advanced emergency medicine procedures
CBC Blood gas analysis Cytology Additional diagnostic testing You'll also communicate with clients during patient discharge, providing compassionate education and support during stressful situations.
Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program Advanced technical skills in: Digital radiography Ultrasound imaging IDEXX lab equipment Anesthetic ventilation Endoscopy CT Dialysis Ventilation
Veterinary technology certification or licensure Experience working in a veterinary practice or emergency veterinary medicine
At Red River Animal Emergency Clinic, we've proudly served the Fargo community and surrounding areas for years, providing compassionate, high-quality emergency care when pets need it most. Our team is built on a shared commitment to patient care, collaboration, and continuous learning. We excel at creating an environment where every voice is valued, and every team member plays an important role. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits, recognizing the dedication and skill it takes to thrive in emergency veterinary medicine. If you're looking for a supportive, team-oriented culture where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact, Red River Animal Emergency Clinic is a place you'll be proud to call home. If you're searching for a career where your skills are appreciated, your growth is supported, and your work truly matters, we'd love to meet you. Apply today using our simple initial application and discover how rewarding overnight emergency medicine can be.
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Market context
In North Dakota, overnight emergency veterinary technician roles are typically driven by 24/7 hospital coverage needs and can be harder to fill because they require AVMA-accredited training plus advanced emergency medicine skills. These positions are competitive because employers often look for certification or hands-on veterinary practice experience, and the schedule can add to the challenge. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your emergency experience and certification details before applying.