Veterinary Technician - Emergency/ICU
Veterinary Specialty Hospital of Palm Beach Gardens
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Job summary
Veterinary Specialty Hospital of Palm Beach Gardens is seeking a Veterinary Technician for our Emergency/ICU team. Based in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, this full-time role supports veterinarians, assists with critical care, and ensures efficient patient flow around the clock.
Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of specialty experience and strong surgery/anesthesia skills, with a willingness to float to other departments as needed. AVMA education or equivalent is preferred.
Qualifications
- Licensed veterinary technicians preferred (CVT/LVT/RVT), not required.
- 1–2 years clinical experience in a specialty service is highly preferred.
- Surgery and anesthesia experience highly preferred.
- Willingness to float to other specialty departments as needed.
- AVMA-accredited program or equivalent experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support veterinarians to ensure quality care and educate clients.
- Assist Emergency/ICU teams to maximize productivity and patient flow.
- Perform patient assessments, triage, IV catheter placement, blood collection, treatment prep.
- Monitor hospitalized/critically ill patients and communicate changes.
- Administer medications, fluids, blood products per veterinarians and Florida rules.
- Operate infusion pumps, oxygen therapy devices, ECG monitors, and other critical care equipment.
- Assist with emergency procedures, CPR, and stabilization.
- Communicate treatment plans and updates to clients; Thrive Memberships mentioned.
- Maintain accurate medical records in hospital systems
- Obtain patient histories and client information.
Skills
Education
Job description
Veterinary Specialty Hospital of Palm Beach Gardens is an Emergency/Specialty hospital located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Our specialty departments include Emergency and Critical Care, Cardiology, Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Surgery/Orthopedics.
Our hospital has a friendly and collaborative work environment. We pride ourselves on our teamwork, empathy, and accountability.
We are open 24/7/365 serving the Palm Beach Gardens area.
The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us.
- Veterinary Technician licensure (CVT/LVT/RVT) preferred, NOT required! Experienced Veterinary Assistants encouraged to apply!
- 1-2 years of clinical experience in a specialty service ishighly preferred
- Surgery and anesthesia experiencehighlypreferred
- Willingness to float to other specialty departments if the need arises is required
- A degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is preferred; or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients
- Assist the Emergency and ICU teams to maximize productivity and maintain efficient patient flow
- Perform patient assessments, triage, IV catheter placement, blood collection, and treatment preparation
- Monitor hospitalized and critically ill patients, recognizing and communicating changes in patient status
- Administer medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as directed by veterinarians and within Florida Veterinary Practice Act guidelines
- Operate and monitor medical equipment including infusion pumps, oxygen therapy devices, ECG monitors, and other critical care equipment
- Assist with emergency procedures, CPR, and stabilization efforts
- Communicate with clients regarding treatment plans, patient updates, medications, and Thrive Membership options
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive medical records utilizing hospital practice management systems
- Obtain relevant patient histories and client information
- Use safe restraint techniques and uphold hospital safety protocols
- Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary treatment and ICU areas
- Mentor and support fellow team members while contributing to a positive hospital culture
Here, you can grow your career as best fits you through access to comprehensive learning and skillset programs. You can build your skills and earn credentials through:
- 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
Thrive offers a suite of benefits to support team members’ emotional, physical, professional, and financial wellbeing. In addition to our health and life insurance, and short- and long- term disability plans, we offer eligible team members:
- Competitive compensation: starting at $23-25/hr
- 401(k) with employer match
- Mental health resources, including easy access to therapy through Lyra Health
- Paid parental leave
- Purr-ental leave 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
- Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
- Student loan support tools and assistance
*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.
Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience. The actual rate offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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 program-ms, 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, HereFurYou Helpline, 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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