ICU Veterinary Technician

Quakertown Veterinary Clinic PC; Quakertown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24-hour hospital

Overnight differential

Job summary

Quakertown Veterinary Clinic PC in Quakertown, PA is seeking a skilled ICU Veterinary Technician to join our 24-hour hospital. This role focuses on high-level nursing care, close patient monitoring, and hands-on support for hospitalized, emergency, surgical, and critically ill patients.

Second and third shift opportunities available with overnight differential. If you enjoy challenging cases and collaborating with veterinarians and experienced technicians, this role will expand your skills in a

Qualifications

• ICU, emergency, or critical care experience.
• Strong patient assessment and nursing skills.
• Proficiency with IV catheter placement and venipuncture.
• Excellent documentation of medical records.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized and critical patients.
• Complete regular patient assessments and communicate changes to the medical team.
• Place IV catheters and perform venipuncture.
• Collect and prepare samples for diagnostic testing.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and CRIs as directed.
• Monitor fluid therapy and document intake/output.
• Perform in-house laboratory testing.

Skills

ICU nursing

Critical care

Patient assessment

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Medical documentation

Team collaboration

Education

CVT/LVT/RVT credentials preferred

Job description

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ICU Veterinary Technician

Quakertown Veterinary Clinic, Quakertown, PA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4744

Salary Range: $22.00 To $26.00 Hourly

Veterinary Technician- ICU

Quakertown Veterinary Clinic | Quakertown, PA
Full-Time | 8:00 AM-8:00 PM Day Shift
Second & Third Shift Opportunities Available | Overnight Differential Up to $3.50/hour

Join Our Critical Care Team

Quakertown Veterinary Clinic is looking for a skilled Veterinary ICU Technician to join our 24-hour hospital. This role is focused on providing high-level nursing care, close patient monitoring, and hands-on support for hospitalized, emergency, surgical, and critically ill patients.

If you enjoy challenging cases, advanced nursing responsibilities, and working closely with veterinarians and other experienced technicians, this is an opportunity to expand your skills in a busy, multi-species hospital.

In This Role, You Will:

Provide ongoing nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized and critical patients

Complete regular patient assessments and communicate changes in condition to the medical team

Place IV catheters and perform venipuncture

Collect and prepare samples for diagnostic testing

Administer medications, IV fluids, and CRIs as directed

Monitor fluid therapy and accurately document patient intake and output

Perform in-house laboratory testing

Monitor ECG, blood pressure, SpO2, temperature, and other vital parameters

Provide oxygen therapy and supportive care

Assist veterinarians with emergency stabilization and critical procedures

Care for patients before and after surgery

Manage feeding tubes, urinary catheters, drains, and other supportive devices

Assist with blood transfusions and monitor patients closely

Keep treatment sheets and medical records accurate and up to date

Communicate patient status, concerns, and treatment updates with the veterinary team

Help maintain an organized, clean, and well-stocked ICU

Provide compassionate, low-stress care whenever possible

What You Bring

We're looking for a technician who is comfortable caring for complex and unstable patients and can work confidently in a fast-paced hospital setting.

We're especially interested in candidates with:

Previous ICU, emergency, specialty, or critical care experience

Strong patient assessment and nursing skills

Proficiency with IV catheter placement and venipuncture

Experience caring for hospitalized or critically ill patients

Knowledge of medications, fluid therapy, and advanced treatments

Ability to identify changes in patient condition and communicate concerns quickly

Experience assisting with emergency stabilization

Strong attention to detail and accurate medical documentation

Ability to prioritize treatments and manage multiple patients

Strong communication and teamwork skills

CVT, LVT, or RVT credentials are preferred, but not required

Why Quakertown Veterinary Clinic?

You'll have the opportunity to work with