ICU Veterinary Technician - Fast-Paced Emergency Care Pro

Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Roth retirement plan

Flexible Spending Account

529 Savings Plan

Tuition support program

Referral bonuses

Health insurance

Sick Time / PTO

Pet discounts

Job summary

Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country is seeking an experienced ICU Veterinary Technician for our 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital in Boone, NC. Responsibilities include monitoring multiple critical patients, administering treatments, and assisting veterinarians with emergency procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, organized ICU management, and commitment to high‑quality patient care with opportunities for professional growth and CE support.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary emergency or ICU experience is required.
• RVT/CVT credentials are preferred, but not required.
• Strong veterinary technical and nursing-care skills.
• Experience with surgical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and recovery is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor multiple hospitalized and critical-care patients.
• Perform frequent patient assessments and monitor vital signs.
• Place IV catheters and perform venipuncture and blood collection.
• Administer IV injections, medications, fluids, and treatments as directed.
• Accurately document patient assessments, treatments, medications, and responses to care.
• Provide compassionate, attentive nursing care throughout hospitalization.
• Assist veterinarians with emergency treatments and procedures.
• Support surgical procedures, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery.
• Communicate patient updates and concerns clearly with veterinarians and teammates.
• Collaborate closely with fellow technicians and assistants to prioritize patient needs.
• Maintain organized, stocked, and clean ICU and treatment areas.
• Help maintain efficient workflow while responding to changing patient-care priorities.

Skills

ICU experience

Nursing care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

RVT/CVT preferred

Job description

Animal Emergency Clinic of the High Country is seeking an experienced ICU Veterinary Technician for our 24/7 emergency and critical care hospital in Boone, NC. Responsibilities include monitoring multiple critical patients, administering treatments, and assisting veterinarians with emergency procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, organized ICU management, and commitment to high‑quality patient care with opportunities for professional growth and CE support.