Neurology Veterinary Technician
Job Description
Join a Team That Makes a Difference
VCA Midwest Veterinary Referral & Emergency Center is expanding our Neurology service.
As a Neurology Veterinary Technician, you’ll be an essential part of our specialized team, working closely with our Neurologist to deliver outstanding care to patients with complex neurological conditions.
Schedule: Full-time, 4 x 10-hour shifts, Monday–Thursday.
Compensation: $26–$30/hr. The starting pay is based on licensure, skill set, and years of experience.
Responsibilities:
As a member of our Neurology team, the skills that will be utilized include, but are not limited to:
Assist in neurological examinations and diagnostic procedures such as MRI, CT, myelograms, and CSF taps.
Complete pre-operative anesthesia planning. Calculate drug dosages and administer pre/induction medications. Calculate and deliver constant rate infusions.
Monitor and adjust anesthesia levels during surgeries, ensuring the safety and well-being of the patients (heart rate, respiratory rate, end-tidal/inspired CO2, pulse oximetry, blood pressure, body temperature, basic ECG tracings).
Provide pre-operative patient assessments, IVC, administer medications as directed, intubation, and assist in post-operative recovery and care.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of surgical procedures, anesthesia protocols, and patient vitals.
Client education and communication
Perform or be trained in safe practice of locoregional anesthesia technique, arterial catheterization, and CPCR.
Collaborate effectively with all departments to ensure seamless patient care
Why You'll Love This Role
Opportunity to work in a highly specialized and rewarding field
Advanced technician utilization and hands-on patient care
Strong collaboration with specialists and experienced technicians
Meaningful relationships with patients and their families throughout their neurology journey
Career growth and development opportunities within a leading specialty hospital
Benefits of Joining VCA Midwest Veterinary Referral & Emergency Center
Access to the people and resources of a nationwide veterinary network
Career development programs and leadership opportunities
CE allowance, technician license reimbursement, and NAVTA membership
Free mental wellness resources, including Headspace and Lyra Health sessions
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
Paid parental leave
Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday pay
401(k) with company match
Pet care discounts (40–100%)
Referral bonuses
Free CE through WoofU
Associate discounts on cell phone carriers, entertainment, travel, and more
Apply today and discover how rewarding a career in Veterinary Neurology can be.
Location: 9706 Mockingbird Drive, Omaha, NE, 68127
If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com