Veterinary Technician - Emergency/ICU

Thrive Pet Healthcare; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 63,039,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Lyra Health mental health resources

Paid parental leave

Purr-ental leave when adopting a pet

Backup childcare & elder care subsidy

Free CE courses

Pet perks & veterinary discounts

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Miami seeks a Veterinary Technician to join our 24/7 Emergency & ICU team. 36–40 hours per week in a fast-paced, high‑volume specialty hospital. 1–2 years of clinical experience in a specialty service is required; licensure is preferred but not required. AVMA‑accredited program or equivalent experience is valued.

You will support veterinarians, manage triage, IV access, medications, and critical care, while educating clients and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• CVT/LVT/RVT licensure preferred, not required; experienced assistants encouraged to apply.
• 1–2 years of clinical experience in a specialty service is required.
• Surgery and anesthesia experience is highly preferred.
• Degree from an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program is preferred or equivalent education/experience.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality care and educate clients.
• Assist Emergency and ICU teams to maximize productivity and patient flow.
• Perform patient assessments, triage, IV catheter placement, blood collection and treatment prep.
• Monitor hospitalized/critically ill patients and communicate changes.
• Administer medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as directed.
• Operate/monitor infusion pumps, oxygen therapy devices, ECG monitors, and critical care equipment.
• Assist with emergency procedures, CPR and stabilization.
• Communicate with clients about treatment plans and Thrive Membership options.
• Maintain medical records in hospital systems.
• Obtain patient histories and client information.
• Use safe restraint techniques and maintain safety protocols.
• Keep treatment/ICU areas clean and sanitary.
• Mentor and support team members to foster positive culture.

Skills

Clinical experience

Surgery experience

Anesthesia experience

Licensure preferred

Education

AVMA‑accredited veterinary technology program (preferred)

Job description

Description

Veterinary Technician – Emergency & ICU

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Miami

Miami, FL

Full-time: 36-40 hours/week

About The Hospital

Thrive Pet Healthcare Specialists Miami is a 24-hour specialty and emergency hospital located in Miami, Florida. Our hospital offers advanced specialty services including Behavior, Emergency and Critical Care/ ICU, Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Surgery/Orthopedics.

Our team values accountability, integrity, and teamwork, and is committed to delivering the highest standard of veterinary medical care.

We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, serving Miami-Dade County and the surrounding South Florida community.

TPHS Miami is looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency/ICU TEAM!

About You

The success of your patients’ care matters to you, and your success matters to us.

Your Experience & Skills

• 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 isrequired
• Surgery and anesthesia experience highly preferred
• 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.

Role Responsibilities

• 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

You’ll Grow With Us

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

Benefits – Our Care In Action

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: $22-30/hr- dependent on experience/credentials
• 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.

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, 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.

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