Veterinary Technician - Emergency & Critical Care - ICU

The Parc Vet; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources (Lyra Health)

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave for adopting a pet

Subsidized backup childcare and elder 

Expert advice and discounts for family

Free CE courses

Pet perks and discounts

Student loan support tools and aid

Job summary

The PARC in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a full-time Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician to join our 24/7 ICU team. You will provide advanced nursing care to hospitalized patients, monitor vital signs, and assist with anesthesia and complex procedures in a high‑acuity setting.

As part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, you’ll grow with a supportive network while upholding meticulous medical records, collaborative care, and compassionate client communication across shifts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of clinical experience as a veterinary technician in an Emergency and/or Intensive Care setting.
• ECC/CVT/LVT/RVT encouraged to apply.
• Demonstrated experience providing advanced nursing care to hospitalized, high‑acuity ICU patients.
• Proficient in monitoring BP, ECG, SpO₂, EtCO₂ and interpreting data.
• Experience managing CRIs and multimodal drug infusions.
• Strong understanding of disease progression and medication protocols in critical care.
• Experience with central lines and NG tubes in ICU patients.
• Comfort with higher-risk anesthesia cases (ASA III–V) and post‑op recovery.
• Ability to mentor ER technicians and ensure shift continuity.
• Excellent documentation and client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced ICU nursing care for hospitalized high‑acuity patients.
• Monitor patient data (BP, ECG, SpO₂, EtCO₂) and laboratory results.
• Manage CRIs and complex fluid therapy with precise calculations.
• Perform and maintain central lines and NG tubes
• Support high-risk anesthesia cases and prolonged post‑operative care
• Assist veterinarians with advanced procedures and surgeries
• Maintain accurate medical records and clear shift-to-shift communication
• Collaborate with veterinarians and medical team for evolving treatment plans
• Mentor ER technicians and developing ICU staff
• Maintain calm, compassionate approach in high-stress ICU environments

Skills

Emergency veterinary tech

ICU/critical care experience

Vital signs monitoring

CRIs and drug infusions

Infection control

Anesthesia support

Medical documentation

Mentoring/leadership

Calm under pressure

Tools

Central line placement

NG tube placement

CRI management

Infection-control protocols

Job description

Veterinary Technician – Emergency & Critical Care - ICU

The PARC

Fort Worth, TX

The PARCis looking to add a full-time Emergency & Critical Care VeterinaryTechnicianto their team!

At The PARC, a Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner, you’ll experience the warmth and familiarity of a trusted local animal hospital, along with the opportunities and support of a connected national network.

The PARC is a 24/7 Animal Hospital that does it all: Wellness Care and 24/7 ER/Critical Care. Our 25,000 square foot facility is one of the most unique in the country with glass walls that help calm pets’ fears. We care about the People as much as the Pets, including our team members.

As an ER Veterinary Technician, you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing care for our precious patients. Your life-changing work will range from the hands‑on care of facilitating outpatient treatments and performing laboratory tests, to support services including admitting and discharging patients.

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Minimum of 2+ years of clinical experience as a veterinary technician in an Emergency and/or Intensive Care setting
• ECC/CVT/LVT/RVT encouraged to apply
• Demonstrated experience providing advanced nursing care to hospitalized, high‑acuity ICU patients
• Proven ability to continuously monitor critical patients, interpret BP, ECG, SpO₂, andEtCO₂, and recognize subtle clinical changes requiring intervention
• Hands‑on experience managing CRI’s, multimodal drug infusions, and complex fluid therapy, with strong medical math skills
• Solid understanding of disease progression, treatment plans, and medication protocols for critically ill patients
• Experience with central line and NG tube placement and maintenance, long‑term catheter care, and infection‑control best practices
• Comfortable supporting higher‑risk anesthesia cases (ASA III–V preferred) and prolonged post‑operative recovery
• Experience assisting with advanced procedures and specialty surgeries
• Strong documentation skills, including accurate medical records, trend tracking, and shift‑to‑shift case continuity
• Ability to collaborate closely with veterinarians and multidisciplinary teams on evolving treatment plans
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and support ER technicians, assistants, or developing ICU staff
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and professional in emotionally intense, high‑stress ICU environments
• Be willing to guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

You’reWillingandAble To

• Provide advanced ICU nursing care for hospitalized, high‑acuity patients, including continuous monitoring and early recognition of subtle clinical changes
• Monitor and interpret patient data (BP, ECG, SpO₂,EtCO₂), trending vitals, laboratory results, fluid balance, and pain scores to support timely medical decisions
• Manage CRIs, multimodal drug infusions, and complex fluid therapy using strong medical math skills
• Perform and maintain central lines, NG tubes, and long‑term catheters while adhering to strict infection‑control protocols
• Support higher‑risk anesthesia cases and prolonged post‑operative and critical recovery care
• Assist veterinarians with advanced procedures and specialty surgeries in accordance with the Veterinary Practice Act
• Maintain accurate, thorough medical records and ensure clear shift‑to‑shift communication and case continuity
• Collaborate closely with veterinarians and the medical team to support evolving treatment plans and positive patient flow
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients regarding patient status, medications, and treatment plans
• Utilize safe restraint techniques and maintain clean, organized, and sterile ICU, treatment, and exam areas
• Mentor and support ER technicians, assistants, and developing ICU staff while maintaining calm focus in emotionally intense cases

You’llGrowwithUs

• Our vast, diverse, and free library of continuing education courses – ThriveU
• Live, virtual interactive workshops to develop valuable leadership skills
• A program designed to teach you the fundamentals of running a pet hospital

Benefits – our care in action

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-entalleave for when you adopt a pet
• Subsidized backup childcare and elder care
• Expert advice, support and network discounts for fertility and family planning
• FREE CE courses
• Petperksand veterinary service discounts
• Student loan support tools andassistance
• Some benefits shown are only for full-time team members who work 30 hours or more per week. Certain Benefits may be subject to waiting periods or length of service requirements.

About Thrive

Thrive Pet Healthcare creates the future of pet well-being through medical excellence, innovative technology, and a connected community of teams and partners. Today, its network of 360+ primary, emergency, and specialty hospitals across the U.S. cares for pets of all ages and health needs, while portfolio companies provide tools and technology that help veterinary teams work smarter and deliver better care. Thrive invests in its people—through mentorship, leadership programs, continuing education, and well-being initiatives—so teams can grow and feel supported. For pet owners, convenient solutions such as a mobile app, Thrive Plus membership,HereFurYouHelpline, online booking, and flexible financial options make accessing quality care simpler— giving families the peace of mind their pets deserve. Learn more at thrivepetcare.com.

We welcome you to join our story andjoin where#WeThriveTogether.