ICU Veterinary Technician — Critical Care Specialist

Ethos Veterinary Health; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 28,929 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) + company match

PTO and uniforms

Bonus Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional development assistance

Onsite continuing education

Job summary

Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (NIVES) is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician for ICU and critical care in Fort Wayne, IN. This full-time role involves long shifts, complex patient care, and collaboration with board-certified specialists to deliver progressive medicine.

Qualified candidates hold an LVT/CVT/RVT license and bring foundational veterinary skills, strong team work, and English fluency.

Qualifications

• LVT, CVT, or RVT license required.
• Foundational veterinary knowledge including restraint, triage, imaging, lab skills, and venipuncture.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Fluent English (reading and speaking).

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with veterinarians to provide care for ICU patients with complex needs.
• Safely restrain patients for examinations and procedures while ensuring comfort and safety.
• Deliver advanced nursing care to hospitalized and critically ill patients and monitor status.
• Perform blood draws and collect diagnostic samples for lab testing.
• Administer medications and treatments per hospital protocols.
• Participate in advanced CPR and respond to medical emergencies.
• Communicate with clients, provide updates and discharge instructions.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced specialty environment.

Skills

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT/CV

Education

Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, CVT, or RVT)

Job description

Northeast Indiana Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (NIVES) is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician for ICU and critical care in Fort Wayne, IN. This full-time role involves long shifts, complex patient care, and collaboration with board-certified specialists to deliver progressive medicine.

Qualified candidates hold an LVT/CVT/RVT license and bring foundational veterinary skills, strong team work, and English fluency.