Per Diem ER Vet Technician — ICU/Emergency Nursing

ethosveterinaryhealth; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital in Portsmouth, NH seeks an emergency Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT eligible) for per diem shifts. You’ll support our ER/ICU team delivering advanced nursing care to emergency, critical care, hospitalized, and specialty patients.

In this role you’ll pick up open shifts, most being 12 hours, with a base pay ranging from $20–$35 per hour plus a $5 overnight differential, and you’ll join a collaborative hospital environment that values learning and quick

Qualifications

• CVT / LVT / RVT or VTNE Eligible required
• 1+ years of experience in a small animal hospital setting preferred
• Emergency or critical care experience is a plus
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care to emergency, critical care, hospitalized, and specialty patients.
• Triage incoming emergency patients and assess status quickly.
• Place IV catheters, administer meds, and calculate dosages.
• Assist with stabilization and life-saving procedures including CPR.
• Collect diagnostic samples and assist with imaging and monitoring.
• Induce and monitor anesthesia for emergency and specialty procedures.
• Maintain detailed medical records.
• Monitor vitals and communicate changes to the attending veterinarian.
• Educate clients at discharge with medications and home care instructions.
• Support a collaborative hospital environment and daily workflow.

Skills

CVT/LVT/RVT eligibility

English proficiency

Communication skills

Job description

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital in Portsmouth, NH seeks an emergency Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT eligible) for per diem shifts. You’ll support our ER/ICU team delivering advanced nursing care to emergency, critical care, hospitalized, and specialty patients.

In this role you’ll pick up open shifts, most being 12 hours, with a base pay ranging from $20–$35 per hour plus a $5 overnight differential, and you’ll join a collaborative hospital environment that values learning and quick