Veterinary Technician - Emergency

EVG Specialty Network; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

HSA/FSA

PTO and CE allowance

Life insurance and 401k with match

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington, DC is seeking Credentialed Veterinary Technicians for our Emergency and ICU teams. Join a collaborative, fast-paced environment that values compassionate nursing care and teamwork.

You will provide critical care in ICU/PCU, support veterinarians and staff, and help owners through difficult moments with clear communication. This role emphasizes learning, growth, and dedication to outstanding emergency care.

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technician preferred but not required.
• 1–2 years experience as a veterinary technician required.
• Recover certification a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional nursing care to critically ill and hospitalized patients in ICU/PCU.
• Work with emergency veterinarians, technicians, and assistants to deliver life-saving care.
• Build relationships with pet owners with empathy, support, and clear communication.
• Monitor patients, administer treatments, and recognize changes in condition.

Skills

Emergency nursing

Critical care

Patient advocacy

Team collaboration

IV catheter placement

Education

Credentialed veterinary technician (LVT, CVT, RVT)

1–2 years veterinary technician experience

Recover certification a plus

Tools

MRI

CT

Ventilator

Dialysis equipment

Job description

Friendship Hospital for Animals, a leading AAHA- accredited hospital located in Washington D.C. is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Credentialed Veterinary Technicians to join our Emergency and ICU teams! If you’ve developed the taste for emergency medicine and enjoy being part of a collaborative, diverse team – we’d love to meet you!

About the role:

• Provide exceptional, compassionate nursing care to critically ill and hospitalized patients in our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and Progressive Care Unit (PCU), treating every patient as if they were your own.
• Work alongside a dedicated team of emergency veterinarians, technicians, and assistants to deliver life‑saving care in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.
• Build meaningful relationships with pet owners by offering empathy, support, and clear communication during some of their most difficult moments.
• Thrive in a dynamic setting where critical thinking, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm under pressure make a difference every day.
• Monitor patients closely, administer treatments, and recognize subtle changes in condition to ensure the highest standard of care.
• Utilize advanced technical skills, including IV catheter placement, phlebotomy, diagnostic sample collection, anesthesia monitoring, and intensive nursing care.
• Balance the needs of multiple patients while maintaining exceptional attention to detail, organization, and patient advocacy.
• Embrace opportunities to learn, grow, and expand your skills as part of a team that is passionate about providing outstanding emergency and critical care.

Schedule: This is a full‑time position. Schedule is four 10 hour shifts per week with various shifts available. Some weekends and holidays are required.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive compensation including shift differentials
• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA
• Generous PTO and CE allowance
• Life insurance and 401k with match
• Uniform allowance
• Metro discounts with easy access to public transportation
• Pet care discounts
• Access to advanced tools (MRI, CT, ventilator, ICU, dialysis)
• A welcoming, inclusive culture that values learning, compassion, and teamwork

Qualifications

• Credentialed veterinary technician (LVT, CVT, RVT) preferred but not required.
• 1-2 years experience working as a veterinary technician required.
• Recover certification a plus, but not required.

We’re exclusively seeking veterinary professionals who embrace a nurturing, cooperative, and ethical environment, where genuine individuals come together to share knowledge, uplift one another, grow, and do their best work – while having fun along the way.

Friendship Hospital for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

US Pay Range

$25—$33 USD