Veterinary Technician - Emergency & Critical Care - ICU

The PARC vet; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Pet perks & discounts

Free CE courses

Student loan support tools

Job summary

The PARC in Fort Worth, TX, part of Thrive Pet Healthcare, seeks a full‑time Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician to join their ICU team. You will provide advanced nursing care for hospitalized, high‑acuity patients, monitor vital signs, manage CRIs and complex therapies, and collaborate with veterinarians on evolving treatment plans.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in ER/ICU settings and ECC/CVT/LVT/RVT credentials encouraged to apply, with strong documentation skills and a calm,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years in Emergency/ICU veterinary nursing.
• Experience with advanced nursing care for high‑acuity ICU patients.
• Ability to monitor vitals and interpret data for timely decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced ICU nursing care for hospitalized patients.
• Monitor data (BP, ECG, SpO2, EtCO2) and support medical decisions.
• Manage CRIs and multimodal drug infusions with accurate math.
• Maintain central lines, NG tubes, long‑term catheters, infection control.
• Support high‑risk anesthesia cases and postoperative recovery.
• Assist with advanced procedures and multidisciplinary care.
• Maintain clear, thorough medical records and shift continuity.
• Collaborate with veterinarians on evolving treatment plans.
• Mentor ER techs, assistants, and developing ICU staff.

Skills

Emergency ICU nursing

ECV/CVT/LVT/RVT encouraged

Advanced ICU nursing care

Vital signs monitoring (BP, ECG, SpO2,

Medical math for IV infusions

Central line & NG tube care

Infection-control best practices

High-stress, calm patient care

Team mentorship & training

Documentation & records accuracy

Education

ECC/CVT/LVT/RVT encouraged to apply

Tools

IR/IV drug infusions & CRIs

Vital sign monitors (BP, ECG, SpO2)

Infection control protocols

Job description

Veterinary Technician – Emergency & Critical Care - ICU

The PARC

Fort Worth, TX

The PARC is looking to add a full-time Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician to 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’re Willing and Able 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’ll Grow with Us

• 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.

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