Registered Veterinary Technician (Overnight ER & CC) - Veterinary Referral Associates

Petvet-Care-Centers; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 50,546,000 - 111,236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Calm app and 24/7 EAP

Job summary

PetVet Care Centers' Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking an Overnight Emergency & Critical Care Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team. The role supports hospital operations with dedicated patient care and exceptional service.

We offer a sign-on bonus up to $1,000 based on experience; 24/7 emergency care; AAHA-accredited; opportunities across specialties. Ideal candidate thrives in high-pressure situations and embraces teamwork to deliver top-quality

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in an emergency room setting and strong technician skills.
• I VC placement, phlebotomy, radiology and in-house lab work experience.
• Clear and concise communication with clients and doctors/staff.
• Must hold RVT licensure and be 18+ years old.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient triage and prioritize care.
• Conduct vital sign assessments, IV placement, phlebotomy, and radiology.
• Administer medications, calculate dosages, and provide nursing care.
• Communicate with clients, educate them, and advocate for patients.
• Handle advanced procedures such as ventilator support, central line placement, chest tube maintenance, oxygen administration, CPR, blood transfusions, and ECG monitoring.

Skills

IVC placement

phlebotomy

radiology

vital signs assessment

safe patient restraint

communication with clients

multitasking under pressure

Education

RVT licensure

Job description

Bring your skills to PetVet and earn a sign‑on bonus of up to $1,000 based on your experience as a credentialed veterinary technician!

PetVet Care Centers' Veterinary Referral Associates is currently seeking an Overnight Emergency & Critical Care Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join their team.

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as aRegistered Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records.

Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, Maryland has earned national recognition as one of the most established and respected specialty veterinary and emergency hospitals in the country — seeing cases from across Maryland and as far as Pennsylvania, with 24/‑ 7 emergency care available without an appointment every day of the year including holidays. The hospital is AAHA‑accredited and offers an extraordinary breadth of specialty services including dermatology, internal medicine, oncology, surgery, diagnostic imaging, feline radioactive iodine hyperthyroid therapy, and a board‑certified veterinary criticalist for life‑threatening conditions.

Ideal Candidate’s Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong technical skills: IVC placement, phlebotomy, radiology, and vital signs assessment.
• Proficient in safe patient restraint techniques.
• Proactive team player with excellent communication and client service skills.
• Friendly, outgoing, and people oriented.
• Demonstrates sound decision‑making and multitasking abilities in high‑stress situations.

Emergency & Critical Care Technician Responsibilities:

• Perform patient triage and prioritize care.
• Conduct vital sign assessments, IV placement, phlebotomy, and radiology.
• Administer medications, calculate dosages, and provide nursing care.
• Communicate with clients, educate them, and advocate for patients.
• Handle advanced procedures such as ventilator support, central line placement, chest tube maintenance, oxygen administration, CPR, blood transfusions, and ECG monitoring.

We have board certified specialists in Anesthesiology, Critical Care, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Surgery, Medical and Radiation Oncology, Physical Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. We actively promote cross training in all departments.

Qualifications (Required)

• 2+ years' experience in an emergency room setting, strong basic technician skills (IVC placement and maintenance, phlebotomy, radiology, process in-house lab work, clear and concise communication with clients and doctors/staff).
• Active Registered Veterianary Technician (RVT) licensure
• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.

Schedule:

• Full Time
• 3, 13-hour shifts per week (Overnights)
• Monthly hospital-wide on-call required

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

#INDSUPPORT

Pay Range

$17.64 — $38.82 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to aCulture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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