Overnight Veterinary ECC Technician's Assistant, GCVS

Overview

Overnight Veterinary ECC Technician’s Assistant (TA) role. Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is seeking a highly organized, compassionate, and energetic individual to join our team as an ECC Technician’s Assistant.

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists is a leading provider of specialized care for companion animals. Our advanced facility is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic technology, supported by a team of expert veterinary specialists and compassionate staff.

At GCVS, we offer a comprehensive range of specialized services, including emergency and critical care, anesthesia and pain management, avian and exotic animal care, cardiology, dermatology and allergy treatment, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, ophthalmology, sports medicine and rehabilitation, as well as surgery and orthopedics.

The ECC Technician Assistant (TA) is responsible for providing compassionate and attentive care to all GCVS patients.

Key duties include patient husbandry, departmental stocking and cleaning, assisting Veterinarians and Technicians during exams and patient workups, and maintaining detailed patient records throughout hospitalization. Strong communication with Doctors, Leadership, Charge Technicians, Technicians, Client Patient Coordinators, and fellow Technician Assistants is essential to effectively carry out delegated tasks and ensure quality outcomes. This role requires a reliable, proactive, high-energy individual capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

• Compensation: $15-$18/hr, based on experience
• Differentials: (+$2/hr weekend, +$5/hr overnight)

• Schedule:
  
  Full Time — Overnight;
  Rotating weekends/rotating holidays; 3 x 12.5 hour shifts

• Support veterinarians and technicians with patient monitoring, including vitals, intake/output, and alert reporting.
• Assist with clinical tasks such as diagnostics, sample collection, radiographs, triage, workups, and wound/bandage care.
• Care for hospitalized and emergency patients, including feeding, walking, weighing, and maintaining cleanliness.
• Transport patients safely throughout the hospital for procedures and treatments.
• Collect samples (urine, fecal, blood when approved).
• Maintain a clean, stocked, and sanitized hospital environment, including laundry, dishes, equipment, and treatment areas.
• Perform clerical duties such as documenting in medical records, typing, phone use, and learning required software.
• Attend staff meetings, participate in check-ins, and help train new assistants or husbandry staff.
• Provide safe patient restraint during exams and procedures.
• Prepare workstations and materials for procedures and ongoing monitoring.
• Assist with CPR recording, EKGs, oxygen cage setup, and crash cart stocking.
• Handle animals calmly and safely during treatments and testing.
• Apply basic knowledge of drugs, clinical procedures, and administrative processes.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership or based on hospital needs.

• High School diploma is required.
• Certification from a veterinary assistant program or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• 1-2 years of veterinary experience.
• Adapts positively to the ever-changing healthcare environment by supporting technology and process changes.
• Excellent listening and interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) required; fluency in multiple languages is a plus.

• Make a meaningful impact by advocating for pets and their families.
• Work with a compassionate and talented team committed to excellence in veterinary care.
• Dynamic, fast-paced environment that keeps you engaged and challenged.
• Collaborative workplace that values your contributions and supports your growth.
• Ongoing opportunities for continued education such as lunch-and-learns hosted by various vendors and entities.

• 401(k) with matching
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and…