Certified Veterinary Technician, Emergency/ICU

Ethos Veterinary Health; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

CE Allowance

Uniform Allowance

401(k) with employer match

Pet Insurance Discount

Life/AD&D Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health, Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital, is hiring an Emergency/ICU Veterinary Technician. This role offers a competitive hourly wage from $20 to $35, plus a $1,000 sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package for a fast-paced ER/ICU team.

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital seeks a skilled CVT/LVT/RVT who can support hospitalized and emergency patients, triage cases, and assist in advanced procedures in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT eligible required.
• 1+ year experience in a small animal hospital preferred.
• Emergency or critical care experience a plus.
• Strong technical nursing skills including restraint, venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to emergency, critical care, hospitalized, and specialty patients.
• Triage incoming emergency patients and assess patient status quickly.
• Place IV catheters, administer medications and fluids, and calculate doses.
• Assist with patient stabilization and CPR.
• Monitor vitals and communicate findings to the attending veterinarian.

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT eligible

1+ year small animal hospital

Emergency/ICU experience

Client communication

Nursing care

RN/resuscitation skills

Fluent English

Education

VTNE eligible

Job description

Certified Veterinary Technician, Emergency/ICU (NP 1 of 4)

Veterinary Technician, Emergency - CVT/LVT/RVT | $20–$35/hr | Sign-On Bonus Offered

Location: Portsmouth, NH

Schedule: Full-Time | Three 12‑hour shifts per week

Compensation: $20–$35/hour + $1,000 Sign‑On Bonus

Join Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital as an Emergency Veterinary Technician and take the next step in your veterinary career. We’re seeking a skilled, compassionate Veterinary Technician to support our ER/ICU team in delivering exceptional care to hospitalized and emergency patients in a fast‑paced specialty environment.

Whether you’re experienced in emergency medicine or looking to continue building advanced technical skills, this is an opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team while making a meaningful impact every shift. Students currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology program are encouraged to apply.

Compensation Details

• $20–$35 per hour, based on experience, skills, and credentials
• $5/hour shift differential for hours worked between 12:00am–7:00am
• Sign‑On Bonus Offered
• Annual CE Allowance: Starting at $800 for licensed technicians and incremental increases based on total years credentialed
• Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE‑approved CE)
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement (does not come out of your CE allowance!)
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
• 16‑Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance
• PTO + Sick Time
• Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
• NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
• Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long‑Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

• Three 12‑hour shifts per week
• Includes one weekend shift
• Two holidays per year
• Participation in on‑call rotation as needed

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional nursing care to emergency, critical care, hospitalized, and specialty patients including surgical, internal medicine, oncology, ophthalmology, and urgent care cases
• Triage incoming emergency patients and assess patient status quickly and efficiently
• Place IV catheters, administer medications and fluids, and perform accurate dosage calculations
• Assist with patient stabilization and support life‑saving procedures, including CPR
• Collect diagnostic samples and assist with imaging and patient monitoring
• Induce and monitor anesthesia and sedation for emergency and specialty procedures
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records
• Monitor patient vitals, identify changes in condition, and communicate findings promptly to the attending veterinarian
• Educate clients at discharge regarding medications, home‑care instructions, and follow‑up recommendations with empathy and clarity
• Support a collaborative, team‑focused hospital environment while contributing to daily workflow and patient care priorities

Qualifications

• CVT / LVT / RVT or VTNE eligible required
• 1+ years of experience in a small animal hospital setting preferred
• Emergency or critical care experience is a plus
• Strong technical skills including patient restraint, venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and nursing care
• Ability to prioritize and thrive in a fast‑paced emergency veterinary environment
• Strong communication skills with both clients and team members
• Positive, dependable, and collaborative approach to patient care and teamwork
• Eagerness to continue learning and growing professionally
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

About Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital is a 24‑hour emergency and specialty hospital committed to exceptional patient care, outstanding client service, and continued professional growth. Our state‑of‑the‑art hospital is equipped with advanced technology including digital radiology, CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, linear accelerator, and advanced specialty and emergency care services. Our specialty teams work together to deliver seamless, personalized care while creating an environment where technicians are respected, supported, and empowered to contribute.

Service Area

• Dover, NH & Exeter, NH
• Hampton, NH & Rochester, NH
• York, ME & Kittery, ME
• Kennebunk, ME & Portland, ME
• Manchester, NH & Southern Maine and Northern Massachusetts communities

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.