Veterinary Technician

United Veterinary Care; East Greenwich (RI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid medical premiums and deductible

Dental, vision, and life insurance

401K with company match

PTO, paid holidays, and EAP support

Veterinary Social Worker available on site

Paid CE opportunities and stipend for CVT and VTS

Uniform allowance & personal pet discounts

Flexible scheduling options (8, 10, or 12-hour shifts)

Job summary

United Veterinary Care in East Greenwich, Rhode Island is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Technician for the 2nd shift to provide compassionate nursing care to patients in a busy hospital environment.

The position requires a focus on developing technical skills in inpatient nursing and emergency medicine within a collaborative team culture. Candidates should be available for weekend shifts and demonstrate excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates with experience in general practice, urgent care, or similar veterinary settings are encouraged to apply.
• Strong interest in developing inpatient nursing and emergency medicine skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized and urgent care patients.
• Monitor patient comfort, vital signs, and overall condition, communicating changes to the medical team.
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with treatments, diagnostics, and procedures.

Skills

Compassionate, patient-focused approach to veterinary care

Excellent communication abilities

Organization skills

Teamwork abilities

Ability to handle pets weighing 40+ pounds

Education

Certified veterinary technician (preferred)

Job description

Veterinary Technician – 2nd Shift

Are you a veterinary technician looking to grow your skills in a fast‑paced, supportive hospital environment? Whether you are a recent veterinary technology program graduate or have experience in general practice or urgent care, Ocean State Veterinary Specialists (OSVS) is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our Inpatient & Urgent Care team on 2nd shift.

What You’ll Do

• Provide compassionate nursing care to hospitalized and urgent care patients
• Monitor patient comfort, vital signs, and overall condition, communicating changes to the medical team
• Assist veterinarians and technicians with treatments, diagnostics, and procedures
• Administer medications and treatments as directed
• Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, laboratory sample collection, and other technical skills appropriate to your training and experience
• Support patient admissions, discharges, and client communication
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records
• Collaborate with technicians, veterinarians, and specialists to deliver exceptional patient care

What We’re Looking For

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Candidates with experience in general practice, urgent care, or similar veterinary settings are encouraged to apply
• Certified veterinary technician preferred but not required
• Strong interest in developing inpatient nursing and emergency medicine skills
• Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork abilities
• Compassionate, patient‑focused approach to veterinary care
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining attention to detail
• Ability to lift and handle pets weighing 40+ pounds and remain active throughout the shift

What You’ll Gain

• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Exposure to emergency and specialty medicine in a referral setting
• Opportunities to strengthen technical and nursing skills
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• A collaborative team culture that values learning, growth, and exceptional patient care

Schedule

This position is specifically for 2nd shift, providing patient care during some of the hospital’s busiest hours. As part of our 24/7 emergency and specialty care team, candidates should be available to work a weekend shift each week as well as rotating holidays.

Benefits & Perks

• Employer‑paid medical premiums and deductible
• Dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• PTO, paid holidays, and EAP support
• Veterinary Social Worker available on site
• Paid CE opportunities, CE stipend for CVT and VTS
• Uniform allowance & personal pet discounts
• Flexible scheduling options (8, 10, or 12‑hour shifts)
• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
  • Non‑credentialed Techs: $20–$26/hr
  • Credentialed Techs: $22–$28/hr
  • Plus $5/hr shift differential after 8pm

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.