ER/ICU Veterinary Technician — Critical Care Champion

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Mental health support

Parental leave

Pet parent leave

Backup childcare

Fertility support

Free CE courses

Pet discounts

Student loan help

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join the Emergency/ICU team at Veterinary Specialty Hospital of Palm Beach Gardens in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. This full-time role supports veterinarians, assists emergency care, and ensures high-quality patient care in a 24/7 facility.

Experience in veterinary emergency, anesthesia, and ability to float between departments is valued; CVT/LVT/RVT preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT preferred but not required.
• 1-2 years clinical experience in a specialty service highly preferred.
• Surgery and anesthesia experience highly preferred.
• AVMA-accredited program or equivalentexperience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist the Emergency and ICU teams to maximize productivity and maintain efficient patient flow.
• Perform patient assessments, triage, IV catheter placement, blood collection, and treatment preparation.
• Monitor hospitalized and critically ill patients, recognizing and communicating changes in patient status.
• Administer medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as directed by veterinarians.
• Operate and monitor medical equipment including infusion pumps, oxygen therapy devices, ECG monitors, and other critical care equipment.
• Assist with emergency procedures, CPR, and stabilization efforts.
• Communicate with clients regarding treatment plans, patient updates, medications, and Thrive Membership options.
• Maintain accurate medical records using hospital practice management systems.

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT preferred

1-2 years experience

Surgery & anesthesia experience

Willing to float to other departments

AVMA-accredited program preferred

Education

AVMA-accredited program preferred

Job description

Thrive Pet Healthcare is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join the Emergency/ICU team at Veterinary Specialty Hospital of Palm Beach Gardens in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. This full-time role supports veterinarians, assists emergency care, and ensures high-quality patient care in a 24/7 facility.

Experience in veterinary emergency, anesthesia, and ability to float between departments is valued; CVT/LVT/RVT preferred but not required.