Neurology Veterinary Technician

Ocean State Veterinary Specialists; East Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus up to $2,500

Employer-paid health insurance

Dental & vision insurance

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Holidays & PTO

Pet discounts

EAP

On-site Vet Social Worker

CE opportunities & stipend

Uniform allowance

Cross-training & growth

Job summary

Ocean State Veterinary Specialists (OSVS) in East Greenwich, RI, seeks a Neurology Veterinary Technician to join a dynamic specialty referral team. You will provide compassionate nursing care, assist with neurology procedures, and support clients and doctors in a high-volume setting.

This full-time position offers a signing bonus up to $2,500, employer-paid insurance options, a 401(k) plan with match, paid time off, CE opportunities, and cross-training to advance your veterinary career in a

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of professional small-animal veterinary technician experience.
• State certification as a veterinary technician preferred.
• Strong nursing skills with patient assessment, monitoring, and treatment.
• Proficiency in medical calculations and unit conversions.
• Excellent communication with clients and colleagues.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Positive, team-oriented attitude focused on patient care.
• Ability to stay calm, adaptable, and solution-focused.

Responsibilities

• Provide attentive nursing care, patient assessment, monitoring, and sample collection.
• Assist veterinarians with consultations, rechecks, and specialty procedures.
• Coordinate patient care and appointments, including transfers and inpatient care.
• Communicate clearly with clients about care plans and progress.
• Maintain efficient patient flow and departmental organization.
• Perform medical calculations and assist with anesthesia monitoring.
• Pursue continuing education and stay current with veterinary advances.
• Collaborate with doctors and team members to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Small-animal care

Anesthesia monitoring

Medical math

Client communication

Organization

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Neurology Veterinary Technician

Ocean State Veterinary Specialists (OSVS) | East Greenwich, RI

Signing Bonus of Up to $2,500!

Take Your Veterinary Technician Career to the Next Level!

Are you a veterinary technician who enjoys challenging cases, advanced medicine, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families? Join Ocean State Veterinary Specialists (OSVS) as a Neurology Veterinary Technician and become part of a collaborative team dedicated to exceptional patient care, professional development, and medical excellence.

At OSVS, you’ll work alongside experienced veterinary professionals in a specialty referral hospital where learning and teamwork are part of everyday practice. Our Neurology team offers an exciting opportunity to expand your technical skills, deepen your medical knowledge, and contribute to the care of patients with complex neurological conditions.

We believe that veterinary medicine is a team sport and that investing in our support staff is essential to providing outstanding patient care. That’s why we offer in-hospital continuing education lectures and labs, cross-training opportunities, and ongoing professional development to help our team members grow throughout their careers.

If you’re ready to put your veterinary skills to work in a specialty environment where your contributions matter, we’d love to meet you!

What You’ll Do

As a Neurology Veterinary Technician, you’ll play an important role in supporting our doctors and providing compassionate, high-quality nursing care to canine and feline patients. Responsibilities include:

• Provide attentive patient care, including patient assessment and monitoring, diagnostic sample collection, intravenous catheter placement, medication and fluid administration, and other essential nursing procedures.

• Assist veterinarians with consultations, recheck examinations, and specialty procedures.

• Support patient care coordination for scheduled appointments, emergency transfers, inpatient consultations, and technician appointments.

• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients, helping relay information and support them throughout their pet’s care.

• Coordinate appointments and procedures while helping maintain efficient patient flow and departmental organization.

• Perform medical calculations accurately and assist with anesthesia monitoring as needed.

• Stay current with developments in veterinary medicine through continuing education and ongoing learning.

• Collaborate with doctors and fellow team members to ensure exceptional care for every patient.

What We’re Looking For

Our ideal candidate is a skilled, compassionate, and motivated veterinary technician who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced specialty environment.

Qualifications include:

• At least two years of professional experience in a small-animal clinical setting as a veterinary technician.

• State certification as a veterinary technician preferred.

• Strong technical nursing skills and a solid foundation in patient assessment, monitoring, and treatment.

• Proficiency in medical mathematics, including medication calculations and unit conversions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients and colleagues.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands.

• A positive, team-oriented attitude and a genuine commitment to patient care.

• The ability to remain calm, adaptable, and solution-focused in stressful or changing situations.

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to anticipate patient needs.

• The ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift or restrain patients weighing at least 40 pounds.

An interest in veterinary neurology and a desire to develop advanced specialty skills are highly valued.

Full-Time Benefits and Perks Include:

• Signing bonus of up to $2,500!

• Employer-paid medical insurance premiums and employee deductible.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

• Complimentary $25,000 life insurance policy.

• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.

• Personal pet discounts.

• Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Access to an on-site Veterinary Social Worker.

• Paid continuing education opportunities, including in-hospital lectures and labs.

• Continuing education stipend for certified technicians.

• Uniform allowance.

• Opportunities for cross-training, skill development, and professional growth.

About Ocean State Veterinary Specialists

Located in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, Ocean State Veterinary Specialists (OSVS) is a busy, 24-hour emergency and specialty referral hospital serving pets and their families throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.

Our hospital brings together a talented team of emergency clinicians and board-certified specialists across a wide range of disciplines, including Emergency and Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Radiology, Cardiology, Neurology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, and Avian and Exotic Medicine.

Our advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities include MRI, CT, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, telemetry, and other specialized equipment that support comprehensive, high-quality patient care. OSVS is also home to respected internship and residency training programs, creating an environment where education, collaboration, and clinical excellence are central to our mission.

OSVS is proud to be a United Veterinary Care (UVC) partner hospital. UVC supports the individuality and culture of each partner hospital while providing resources to help veterinary professionals thrive. Together, we are committed to creating fulfilling careers and supporting the teams who care for our patients.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re passionate about veterinary medicine and excited to grow your skills in a specialty setting, we invite you to explore the Neurology Veterinary Technician opportunity at OSVS. Join a team that values your expertise, encourages your development, and works together to provide the best possible care for every patient.

United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.