Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician

Ethos Discovery; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Generous paid time off

Discounted employee pet insurance

Professional Development Assistance (V

VetBloom RACE CE

Nursing Leadership Program

Peer-to-peer mentorship

RECOVER and Fear Free certification

Veterinary Nurse Champion Awards

Career growth opportunities

Work-life balance culture

Job summary

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) in Asheville, NC seeks an experienced Veterinary Technician for Emergency & Critical Care. Join a 24/7 hospital alongside veterinarians and board-certified specialists to care for high-acuity patients.

We offer mentorship, continuing education, and professional development in a collaborative environment with day or overnight shifts, three 12-hour or four 10-hour options, and on-call requirements.

Qualifications

• Registered, Certified, or Licensed Veterinary Technician (RVT/CVT/LVT)
• Minimum 2 years of veterinary emergency or specialty experience preferred
• Experience in fast-paced ER/ICU or critical care environment preferred
• Strong technical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Advanced patient handling and restraint skills
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Responsibilities

• Triage emergency and critical care patients and assist with initial assessment
• Provide nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized and ICU patients
• Assist veterinarians with emergency procedures, diagnostics, and treatments
• Perform laboratory testing, sample collection, and patient monitoring
• Support advanced diagnostic imaging and specialty procedures
• Administer medications, fluids, and treatments accurately
• Assist with CPR, trauma cases, and other emergencies
• Monitor patient status and communicate changes to the medical team
• Maintain medical records and treatment documentation
• Provide compassionate, professional communication and client support
• Collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, assistants and specialty teams
• Maintain a clean and safe patient care environment

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Emergency & Critical Care | $24–$34/hr

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty | Asheville, NC

Full-Time | Days or Overnights Available | Three 12-hour or Four 10-hour Shifts

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency & Critical Care team in Asheville, NC. This is an opportunity to work alongside emergency veterinarians and board-certified specialists while caring for complex, high‑acuity patients in a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital.

Whether you are looking to expand your ER and ICU skills, develop advanced technical abilities, or continue growing in specialty medicine, SAVES offers a collaborative environment focused on mentorship, teamwork, continuing education, and professional development.

Compensation

• $24–$34/hr based on experience
• $1,500 annual CE allowance for Registered Veterinary Technician team members
• Additional compensation available for VTS candidates
• Out-of-state license transfer costs covered

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Generous paid time off
• Discounted employee pet insurance
• Professional Development Assistance, with VetBloom RACE-approved continuing education
• Nursing Leadership Program opportunities
• Peer-to-peer mentorship programs
• RECOVER and Fear Free certification initiatives
• Veterinary Nurse Champion Awards
• Career growth opportunities
• Work-life balance-focused culture

Schedule

• Full-time
• Three 12‑hour shifts or four 10‑hour shifts
• Day or overnight schedules available
• On‑call rotation required
• Holiday rotation required

Responsibilities

As a Veterinary Technician on the Emergency & Critical Care team, you will provide hands‑on care for emergency and hospitalized patients while supporting veterinarians with diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.

• Triage emergency and critical care patients and assist with initial assessment
• Provide nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized and ICU patients
• Assist veterinarians with emergency procedures, diagnostics, and treatments
• Perform laboratory testing, sample collection, and patient monitoring
• Support advanced diagnostic imaging and specialty procedures
• Administer medications, fluids, and treatments accurately as directed
• Assist with CPR, trauma cases, and other emergency interventions
• Monitor patient status and promptly communicate changes to the medical team
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Provide compassionate, professional communication and client support
• Collaborate closely with emergency veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, assistants, and specialty teams
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment

Qualifications

• Registered, Certified, or Licensed Veterinary Technician (RVT/CVT/LVT)
• Minimum 2 years of veterinary emergency or specialty experience preferred
• Experience working in a fast‑paced ER, ICU, or critical care environment strongly preferred
• Strong technical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Advanced patient handling and restraint skills
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and adaptable in high‑acuity situations
• Experience with ezyVet and SmartFlow preferred
• Commitment to continued learning and professional development
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

About the Hospital

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES) is a 24/7 emergency and specialty veterinary hospital serving Asheville, Western North Carolina, and surrounding communities.

Our Veterinary Technicians work alongside board‑certified specialists in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Neurology, and Emergency & Critical Care while caring for advanced and complex cases. Our hospital features advanced technology including MRI, CT, endoscopy, and modern ICU monitoring equipment.

We prioritize mentorship, teamwork, continuing education, and professional growth, creating an environment where Veterinary Technicians can continue developing their skills, work at the top of their license, and provide exceptional patient care.

Surrounding Areas

SAVES proudly serves Asheville and communities throughout Western North Carolina, including Hendersonville, Arden, Fletcher, Weaverville, Black Mountain, Brevard, Waynesville, Candler, and Marion.

Asheville is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains and offers access to hiking, biking, waterfalls, outdoor recreation, arts, music, local restaurants, and a vibrant downtown. The region provides a range of communities and lifestyles for veterinary professionals considering a move to Western North Carolina.

SAVES attracts veterinary professionals from throughout Western North Carolina and neighboring areas, making this an opportunity for candidates seeking a career in emergency and specialty medicine in the Asheville region. Whether you're looking for a mountain community, access to outdoor recreation, or opportunities to grow your clinical skills, Asheville offers a variety of options for your next veterinary career move.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

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

Across our network of 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 leaders in academic‑caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

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 pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.