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How much do overnight shift jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for overnight shift in Decatur, GA is $16.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.81 and $18.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an overnight shift?

An overnight shift is a work schedule where employees work during nighttime hours, typically starting in the late evening and ending in the early morning. These shifts are common in industries that require 24-hour staffing, such as healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, and security. Working overnight can impact sleep patterns and requires good time management to maintain health and productivity. Some employers offer higher pay or shift differentials for overnight workers to compensate for the less conventional hours.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in an overnight shift position, and why are they important?

To thrive in an Overnight Shift position, you need reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with time-tracking systems, security protocols, or industry-specific equipment may be required depending on the work environment. Strong communication, adaptability, and effective stress management are standout soft skills for this role. These qualities are crucial to maintaining productivity, safety, and service quality during non-standard hours when supervision and support may be limited.

What are some common challenges faced when working an overnight shift, and how can they be managed?

Working an overnight shift often presents challenges such as adjusting to a non-traditional sleep schedule, maintaining alertness during late hours, and balancing personal life with work. To manage these challenges, it's helpful to establish a consistent sleep routine, create a restful sleep environment, and prioritize healthy habits like regular meals and hydration. Many overnight teams foster a supportive atmosphere by encouraging communication and teamwork, which can make the adjustment easier for new employees.

What is the difference between Overnight Shift vs Night Auditor?

AspectOvernight ShiftNight Auditor
CredentialsVaries by industry; often no specific certificationHospitality industry; may require hospitality or accounting knowledge
Work EnvironmentVarious industries; warehouses, manufacturing, healthcareHotels, resorts, hospitality settings
Employer & Industry UsageBroad; manufacturing, healthcare, retailPrimarily in hotels and hospitality
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Overnight Shift refers to working during nighttime hours across various industries, while Night Auditor is specific to the hospitality industry, responsible for financial reconciliation and guest services overnight. The main difference lies in the industry focus and job responsibilities, with Overnight Shift being a general term and Night Auditor a specialized role within hotels.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Shift job openings in Decatur, GA as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, and 27% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $34,624 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician

Marietta, GA • On-site

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
Education Programs Administration • 51 - 200 employees
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician

Department: Veterinary Technicians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Marietta, Georgia

Description

Practice Emergency Medicine. Build Your Skills. Grow With Dogwood.

Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency is growing, and we're adding experienced Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technicians to our Marietta, Georgia team.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, stay calm under pressure, and enjoy hands-on Emergency Veterinary Nursing, we'd love to meet you.

This is not an entry-level opportunity. We're looking for experienced technicians ready to care for urgent and high-acuity patients alongside experienced Emergency Veterinarians, five Board-Certified Criticalists, and specialty clinicians.

7:00 PM - 7:00 AM | 12-Hour Shifts

You’ll support triage, stabilization, diagnostics, treatments, monitoring, emergency procedures, and ongoing patient care throughout the night.

Why Dogwood?

At Dogwood, veterinary technicians are skilled medical professionals and essential members of the patient care team.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Practice alongside five Board-Certified Criticalists
  • Manage a diverse Emergency and Specialty caseload
  • Utilize advanced diagnostic and monitoring equipment
  • Strengthen your Emergency Veterinary Nursing skills
  • Work within a collaborative, technician-focused team
  • Receive mentorship and support for continued growth
  • Build a long-term career in Emergency and Specialty Veterinary Medicine
See What Makes Dogwood Different The Heart of Dogwood

Get a glimpse of the people, patients, teamwork, and daily moments that make Dogwood special.

Watch The Heart of Dogwood Tour Dogwood with Co-Founder Dr. Andre Shih

Take an inside look at our Marietta hospital and see where you'll practice, learn, and grow.

Tour Our Marietta Hospital See the hospital. Meet the team. Imagine your next chapter at Dogwood. What You'll Do

As an Overnight Emergency Veterinary Technician, you'll provide hands-on, compassionate care to emergency patients throughout the night-from triage and stabilization through treatment, monitoring, and discharge or hospitalization.

  • Perform emergency triage and patient assessment
  • Stabilize and monitor patients with trauma, respiratory distress, toxicity, seizures, pain, urinary obstruction, GI emergencies, and other urgent conditions
  • Place IV catheters and collect diagnostic samples
  • Administer medications, fluid therapy, and CRIs
  • Assist with RECOVER CPR and emergency resuscitation
  • Monitor hospitalized and emergency patients throughout the overnight shift
  • Recognize changes in patient condition and communicate concerns promptly
  • Perform and process in-house laboratory diagnostics
  • Assist with digital radiography, ultrasound, and emergency diagnostics
  • Prepare patients for emergency procedures
  • Assist with treatments, wound care, bandaging, catheter placement, and other nursing procedures
  • Maintain accurate electronic medical records
  • Assist with emergency procedures and surgeries
  • Monitor anesthesia using ECG, pulse oximetry, capnography, blood pressure, and temperature
  • Support perioperative care, pain management, and patient recovery
  • Communicate changes in patient status promptly
  • Partner with Emergency Veterinarians, Criticalists, specialty clinicians, and fellow technicians
  • Maintain efficient patient flow during overnight hours
  • Provide clear patient updates and thorough shift-to-shift handoffs
  • Communicate compassionately with clients during stressful situations
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and prepared treatment environment
  • Support continuity of care from admission through discharge, transfer, or hospitalization
What We're Looking For Required
  • 3-5 years of Emergency, ICU, Urgent Care, or Specialty Veterinary experience
  • Strong triage, patient assessment, and emergency nursing skills
  • Proficiency with drug calculations, CRIs, anesthesia, IV catheter placement, and diagnostics
  • Experience caring for hospitalized or high-acuity patients
  • Calm, organized, and decisive under pressure
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work effectively and independently overnight
  • Passion for Emergency and Specialty Veterinary Medicine
Preferred
  • Licensed, Registered, or Certified Veterinary Technician
  • RECOVER CPR certification
  • Advanced anesthesia experience
  • Emergency or Specialty CE
  • Interest in pursuing VTS certification

Early-career technicians: We encourage you to watch for future opportunities that better align with your current experience level.

Physical and Work Environment
  • Lifting, carrying, and restraining animals up to 50 lbs.; assistance/equipment available for heavier patients
  • Standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and moving throughout the hospital for extended periods
  • Handling fractious, fearful, injured, and medically fragile animals
  • Cleaning, disinfecting, stocking, and maintaining treatment areas
  • Exposure to animal hair, dander, saliva, urine, feces, blood, bodily fluids, and medical waste
  • Working around veterinary cleaning products, disinfectants, medications, and other hospital chemicals
  • Following infection-control procedures and wearing appropriate PPE
  • Remaining alert and responsive in a fast-paced, high-acuity overnight environment

Exposure to animals, allergens, bodily fluids, medical waste, and veterinary cleaning products is a routine part of working in Emergency and Specialty Medicine.

Grow Your Career at Dogwood

We believe exceptional technicians deserve exceptional support.

Our nursing team receives:
  • Generous annual Continuing Education allowance
  • Two paid CE days annually
  • Mentorship alongside Board-Certified Criticalists and specialty clinicians
  • Support for advanced certifications and VTS pathways
  • Leadership development opportunities
  • Career advancement throughout Emergency and Specialty Medicine
Full-Time Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience, technical skill, and licensure.

Full-time team members enjoy:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Employee Pet Care Discounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Calm Health wellness resources
  • Rocket Lawyer legal services for eligible team members and their immediate family
  • Career advancement opportunitiesHeadStart Student Loan Support Program
Ready to Own the Overnight?

If you're an experienced Overnight Veterinary Technician, Emergency Veterinary Technician, ER Vet Tech, Emergency Veterinary Nurse, Licensed Veterinary Technician, Registered Veterinary Technician, or Certified Veterinary Technician looking for a hospital where your experience is respected and your career can grow, we want to meet you.

Join Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency and help deliver exceptional Emergency Medicine when patients need it most. Own the Overnight. Make an Impact. Grow With Dogwood.
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