Emergency Veterinary Technician | $18–$24/hr based on experience and licensure + shift differentials available
Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham | Birmingham, AL
Full-Time | Three, 12-hour shifts | Day or Night Schedules Available
Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham is seeking a full-time Veterinary Technicians to join our Emergency & ICU team in Birmingham, AL. This is an opportunity for experienced Veterinary Technicians to provide hands-on emergency and critical care while working alongside a collaborative team in a specialty veterinary hospital.
$18–$24/hr based on experience and licensure
Additional shift differentials available
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Holiday pay
401(k) with employer matching
CE allowance and professional development assistance
Uniform allowance
Paid license renewal fees
VTNE reimbursement
Employee referral program
Employee discount
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
And more!
Full-time
Three 12-hour shifts, Thursday, Friday & Saturday OR Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 7:45 AM–8:00 PM
Three 12-hour overnight shifts, various Weeknights available, 7:45 PM–8:00 AM
Holiday availability required as part of the Emergency & ICU schedule
Assist veterinarians with emergency patient assessments, treatments, and procedures
Provide hands-on nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized Emergency and ICU patients
Monitor patient status and promptly communicate changes to veterinarians and the medical team
Perform venipuncture, phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, and laboratory sample collection
Administer medications and treatments as directed by the veterinarian
Provide anesthesia support and patient monitoring during emergency procedures
Perform diagnostic imaging and assist with laboratory testing
Accurately calculate medication dosages and maintain detailed medical records
Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients regarding patient status and treatment plans
Collaborate with Veterinary Technicians, veterinarians, and support team members to provide high-quality emergency and critical care
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment and patient care area
Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Veterinary Technician in general practice or emergency veterinary medicine
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) preferred
Strong technical skills in venipuncture, phlebotomy, IV catheter placement, anesthesia support, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory procedures
Working knowledge of veterinary pharmacology and medication calculations
Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced Emergency and ICU environment
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to remain calm, organized, and focused while caring for emergency and critical patients
Compassionate approach to patient care and client service
Commitment to continued learning and professional development
Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.
Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham (VSB) is a specialty and emergency veterinary hospital dedicated to providing advanced patient care through collaboration, innovation, and clinical excellence.
Our team works with state-of-the-art equipment, advanced diagnostics, and complex medical and surgical cases while fostering an inclusive environment where team members are supported, encouraged to grow, and empowered to utilize their technical skills to their fullest potential.
Veterinary Specialists of Birmingham proudly serves Birmingham, AL and surrounding communities throughout central Alabama, providing advanced specialty and emergency veterinary care for pets across the region. Relocating for the right opportunity? Birmingham offers an affordable cost of living, vibrant dining and entertainment, beautiful parks, and easy access to outdoor recreation, making it an excellent place to build your veterinary career.
Birmingham and the surrounding central Alabama communities offer a variety of neighborhoods and communities for those considering a move for their next veterinary career opportunity. Our team welcomes candidates interested in building their career in specialty and emergency veterinary medicine.
If you enjoy a fast-paced emergency environment, want to continue developing your technical skills, and are passionate about excellent patient care, we would love to hear from you!
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.
Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.
Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.
At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.