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MedVet·South Salt Lake, Utah
Emergency Veterinary Technician - Contingent
The technician will evaluate incoming patients, assist veterinarians with procedures, and provide nursing care to hospitalized animals. They are also responsible for performing laboratory tests, monitoring anesthesia, and communicating treatment plans to clients.
We thrive on people living out our core values of Teamwork, Leadership and Compassion to get their job done.
Use your passion to drive the MedVet experience for our clients and patients, as well as your teammates.
We are looking for: Emergency Veterinary Technician - Contingent Never a dull moment in the ER!
Are you someone who likes to be constantly moving from one thing to another?
Our Emergency team is the perfect place for technicians who thrive in a fast-paced environment, can shift gears quickly and handle the stress of critical situations with ease.
Every day is different and there’s never the same case twice!
Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and gather additional information as necessary Evaluating incoming patients and prioritizing based on assessment Partner with patient care team regarding treatment plans, client communication and nursing care concerns
Provide client education including, but not limited to: home care instructions, medications (indications, adverse reactions) and general wellness updates on hospitalized patients Assist DVM with patient assessment, treatment and procedures Provide monitoring and nursing care to hospitalized patients Induce and monitor general anesthesia and sedation procedures Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare samples for outside laboratory testing
Who you are: State Registered Veterinary Technician license preferred Prior veterinary experience required, previous emergency experience desired Proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.) Flexibility with work hours and able to work additional hours when necessary Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Perks and
Benefits include: Shift Differentials and On-call Pay Uniform Allowance Come as you are. MedVet is an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug-free organization, therefore employment with MedVet is dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check. MedVet does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.
Candidates must have prior veterinary experience, with emergency experience highly desired. A State Registered Veterinary Technician license is preferred, along with proficiency in drug calculations and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Market context
In Utah, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with current RN licensure and BLS certification. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer BSN-prepared nurses and may prioritize applicants who can meet post-April 27, 2025 BSN requirements. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and highlight any BSN progress or relevant clinical experience in your application.