Veterinary Technician – Per Diem

$20.00–$32.00/hour (DOE) Per Diem opportunity in Honolulu, Hawaii Schedule: Casual | Shifts as Needed

Enjoy the flexibility of per diem work while advancing your emergency and specialty veterinary career. As a Per Diem Veterinary Technician at Veterinary Emergency + Referral Center of Hawaii (VERC), you'll work alongside board-certified specialists and experienced emergency clinicians, providing advanced patient care while supporting one of Hawaii's premier specialty and emergency hospitals.

Per Diem Requirements: This is a casual, as-needed position designed for experienced veterinary professionals looking to pick up shifts based on hospital needs and their availability.

Why Join Veterinary Emergency + Referral Center of Hawaii (VERC)

At VERC, part of Ethos Veterinary Health, you'll join a collaborative team of board-certified specialists and highly trained emergency professionals dedicated to providing the highest standard of emergency and specialty veterinary care throughout the Hawaiian Islands.

Our state-of-the-art hospital features advanced diagnostic technology including ultrasound, CT, MRI, electrochemotherapy, and a full in-house laboratory. Every shift offers opportunities to strengthen your technical skills while caring for complex emergency and specialty cases alongside an exceptional medical team.

In Your Day-to-Day, You Will

• Triage incoming emergency patients and prioritize care based on medical urgency.
• Partner with veterinarians during patient assessments, diagnostics, treatments, and emergency procedures.
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters and assist with advanced nursing care.
• Collect and process laboratory samples, including blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates.
• Perform and assist with diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Administer, monitor, and recover patients undergoing sedation and anesthesia.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and promptly communicate changes in patient condition.
• Maintain accurate and thorough electronic medical records.
• Provide compassionate communication and exceptional client service.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

What You Bring

• Minimum of two years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience in a progressive general practice or at least one year in a specialty or emergency hospital.
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to calculate medication dosages, fluid rates, CRIs, and treatment protocols accurately.
• Excellent patient handling and technical nursing skills.
• Ability to remain calm, adaptable, and professional in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Perks & Benefits

Per diem team members enjoy competitive compensation and opportunities to grow within one of North America's leading specialty veterinary networks.

• Competitive compensation based on experience and skill set
• VetBloom continuing education access and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources where available
• Career advancement opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health

Location Highlight

Live and work in beautiful Honolulu, where world-famous beaches, tropical landscapes, and year-round sunshine create an unmatched quality of life. VERC is conveniently located for professionals commuting from Honolulu, Pearl City, Aiea, Waipahu, Mililani, Kapolei, Ewa Beach, Kailua, Kaneohe, Hawaii Kai, and surrounding Oahu communities.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class veterinary medicine and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of more than 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 professionals in hospitals designed for learning, collaboration, and excellence.

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 help advance veterinary medicine—together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job—it's an opportunity to enjoy the flexibility of per diem work while making a meaningful impact for pets and their families. If you're passionate about emergency medicine and want to be part of Hawaii's premier specialty veterinary team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become an essential part of the VERC Hawaii team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.