ICU Vet Technician – ER Nurse, Great Benefits

MedVet; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Vision and Dental

401k with Employer Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Shift Differentials and On-call Pay

Uniform Allowance

Pet Discounts and Pet Insurance

Disability & Life Insurance and long‑t

Job summary

MedVet is seeking a Nursing & ICU Veterinary Technician to join our fast-growing Emergency and Specialty team in New Orleans. The role focuses on monitoring hospitalized patients, assisting veterinarians, and educating clients about home care and medications.

Responsibilities include rounds, triage, airway and IV care, anesthesia support, and in-house lab work. Schedule: Sun, Mon, Tue, Fri 6a-3p; location on-site.

Qualifications

• State Registered Veterinary Technician license preferred.
• Prior veterinary experience required; critical care experience is a plus.
• Proficient in calculations (drug dosages, CRIs, unit conversions).
• Flexibility with hours and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and gather information.
• Evaluate incoming patients and prioritize based on assessment.
• Collaborate with care team on treatment plans and client communications.
• Educate clients on home care, meds, and wellness updates for hospitalized patients.
• Assist DVM with patient assessment, treatment and procedures.
• Provide monitoring and nursing care to hospitalized patients.
• Induce and monitor anesthesia and sedation procedures.
• Perform in-house lab testing and prepare samples for outside labs.

Skills

Phlebotomy

IV Catheter

Patient monitoring

Communication

Calculations

Education

State Registered Veterinary Technician license

Job description

MedVet is seeking a Nursing & ICU Veterinary Technician to join our fast-growing Emergency and Specialty team in New Orleans. The role focuses on monitoring hospitalized patients, assisting veterinarians, and educating clients about home care and medications.

Responsibilities include rounds, triage, airway and IV care, anesthesia support, and in-house lab work. Schedule: Sun, Mon, Tue, Fri 6a-3p; location on-site.