Registered Veterinary Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health; Centerville (IA); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 4,822,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus $5000

Employee pet stipend

Pet wellness benefits

401k match

Health insurance

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician (Emergency) for our Care Center in Centerville, OH. The role is full-time and third shift, with a rotating schedule and on-call weekends. Compensation ranges from $25 to $35 per hour, plus a $3/hour night shift differential and on-call pay. A $5,000 hiring bonus is offered.

You will triage emergencies, provide nursing care, and support doctors and staff in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (RVT, CVT, LVT or equivalent).
• Experience in veterinary emergency and specialty settings preferred.
• Strong technical nursing skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assess and triage emergency patients with veterinarians to plan diagnostics and treatments.
• Provide high-quality nursing care, monitor hospitalized patients, and ensure patient comfort.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, anesthesia induction and monitoring, radiography, and perioperative care.

Skills

RVT/CVT/LVT certification

IV catheter placement

Venipuncture

Anesthesia induction

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical nursing

Radiography

Dental prophylaxis

Perioperative care

Team collaboration

Client communication

Education

RV T/CVT/LVT certification

Tools

Radiography equipment

Anesthesia machines

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician,Emergency
Location: Care Center - Centerville, OH
Schedule: Full Time | 3rd Shift | 6pm-6:30am | Rotating Schedule: Week 1: Tues. Wed. Sat. Week 2: Sun, Thurs, Fri | One On-Call Weekend Shift Per Month
Compensation: $25-35/hr | $35+ for VTS Credentials | $3/hour Shift Differential from 7pm-7am Mon. through Fri. and all day Sat. & Sun. | On-Call Pay 1.5x hourly rate if called in

We are offering a $5000 hiring bonus for this position!
(50% paid with first check and 50% at the one year mark)

Why Join Care Center, Dayton

At Care Center, every team member plays an essential role in delivering exceptional care to pets and the people who love them. You'll join a collaborative team that values compassion, respect, and open communication, where your contributions are recognized and your professional growth is supported. Working in our state-of-the-art specialty and emergency hospital, you'll gain experience with advanced cases while collaborating alongside skilled veterinarians, technicians, and support staff who are committed to helping one another succeed. We believe that the best patient outcomes happen when every department works together as one team, creating a positive and supportive environment for both our employees and clients. If you're looking for a place where you can grow your career while making a meaningful difference every day, Care Center is the place for you.

In Your Day-To-Day, You Will

• Assess and triage emergency patients upon arrival, working alongside veterinarians to establish and implement appropriate diagnostic and treatment plans.
• Provide high-quality nursing care through administering treatments, closely monitoring hospitalized patients, identifying changes in condition, and prioritizing patient comfort and well-being.
• Utilize advanced technical skills such as venipuncture, IV catheter placement, diagnostic sample collection, radiography, anesthesia induction, monitoring and recovery, surgical nursing, and additional procedures within your scope of practice.
• Help maintain smooth and efficient patient flow throughout the Emergency and Critical Care department while completing accurate medical documentation and upholding high standards of patient care.
• Provide compassionate client communication through patient updates, education on treatment plans, and support throughout the admission, discharge, and overall care process.
• Work collaboratively with veterinarians and fellow technicians in a fast-paced, team-focused environment to support exceptional outcomes for patients.

What You Bring

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (RVT, CVT, LVT, or equivalent)with strong technical skills, including IV catheter placement, venipuncture, anesthesia induction and monitoring, patient preparation and recovery, surgical nursing, dental prophylaxis, radiography, and perioperative patient care.
• Previous experience in veterinary medicine with a passion for delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced emergency and specialty environment.
• A collaborative, team-first mindset with the initiative to jump in where needed and support your colleagues to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate clients, work effectively with veterinarians and fellow team members, and adapt your communication style to a variety of situations.
• The ability to remain calm, adaptable, and composed while caring for critically ill patients and supporting clients through emotional and high-pressure situations.
• Strong organizational skills, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to prioritize tasks while maintaining attention to detail in a dynamic hospital setting.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional growth, with a genuine enthusiasm for expanding your technical skills through continuing education and mentorship opportunities.
• A compassionate attitude, positive outlook, and dedication to making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets, their families, and your team every day.
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Internal continuing education opportunities
• Employee pet stipend
• Employee pet wellness benefits
• Breakdown of health insurance benefits
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance
  • Free therapy through Talkspace
  • AD&D insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Long term disability
  • Company paid short term disability
  • FSA/HSA available
• 401k + company match

Our Dayton location was established in 2008, and through the years our team has proudly cared for thousands of pets in this AAHA accredited hospital. In June of 2019, we moved to a brand new, 15,000 square foot facility. Our new hospital, located next door to our previous location, is home to 24-hour Emergency Care, Cardiology, and Radiology, Surgery. Our hospital is also AAHA accredited.

Surrounding Areas

Care Center is conveniently located in Centerville and is within commuting distance of many veterinary professionals throughout the Dayton metro area, including:

• Washington Township
• Bellbrook
• Kettering
• Sugarcreek Township
• Beavercreek
• Oakwood
• Moraine
• Dayton
• Springboro
• Riverside
• Germantown
• Franklin
• Lebanon
• Huber Heights
• Englewood
• Vandalia
• Middletown
• Yellow Springs

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest
level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion,
color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin,
veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on
qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.

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Ethos Veterinary Health is a leading network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, providing innovative, evidence-based care to nearly 2 million pets annually.