ER/ICU Veterinary Technician (Sign-On Bonus)

AAVMP; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differentials

Annual CE allowance

Pet insurance

Disability coverage

Paid parental leave

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Downtown Manhattan is seeking a skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician to work alongside our board-certified criticalist, with flexibility to support our ER and ICU teams.

You will triage emergencies, administer anesthesia for minor procedures, perform digital radiography, monitor patients, and assist with advanced care techniques. A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 is offered, plus shift differentials for eligible hours.

Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician credential in good standing.
• Experience in ER/ICU settings is preferred.
• Ability to work with acute cases and high-stress environments.

Responsibilities

• Triage and stabilize emergency patients from ER intake through ICU admission.
• Administer anesthesia for minor surgical procedures.
• Perform digital radiography with proper sedation and restraint techniques.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and respond promptly to critical changes.
• Calculate and administer medications including CRIs.
• Perform phlebotomy and place IV catheters.
• Assist with blood transfusions.
• Support advanced care techniques (feeding tubes, central lines).
• Obtain and maintain BLS and ALS RECOVER CPR certification (provided).
• Mentor and support team members to promote clinical growth and collaboration.
• Deliver compassionate client communication with patience and professionalism.

Skills

ER/ICU support

Anesthesia administration

Digital radiography

Vital signs monitoring

Phlebotomy

IV catheter placement

Blood transfusion support

CPR certification

Client communication

Team mentoring

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Tools

Anesthesia machine

Radiography equipment

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Downtown Manhattan is seeking a skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician to work alongside our board-certified criticalist, with flexibility to support our ER and ICU teams.

You will triage emergencies, administer anesthesia for minor procedures, perform digital radiography, monitor patients, and assist with advanced care techniques. A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 is offered, plus shift differentials for eligible hours.