Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Friendship Hospital for Animals; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

PTO + CE allowance

Life insurance

401k with match

Uniform allowance

Metro discounts

Pet care discounts

Access to advanced tools

Job summary

Friendship Hospital for Animals in Washington DC seeks Credentialed Veterinary Technicians to join its Emergency and ICU teams. You will provide compassionate nursing care in ICU/PCU, work with veterinarians and staff to deliver life-saving care, monitor patients, and communicate clearly with pet owners during difficult moments.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, teamwork, and caring for multiple patients in a fast-paced environment with access to advanced tools and ongoing learning

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in ICU/PCU for critically ill patients.
• Collaborate with emergency veterinarians and techs to deliver care.
• Monitor patients, administer treatments, and document changes.
• Assist with anesthesia, phlebotomy, IV access, and samples.

Skills

Emergency care

Critical care

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

LVT/CVT/RVT license

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