Veterinary Technician - ICU

Careerwebsite; Williston, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

License/CE reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Pet discounts

Pet insurance discounts

Referral program

Job summary

Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists (BEVS) in Vermont is seeking a Hybrid ER/ICU Veterinary Technician to join our ECC team. This role offers a mix of fast-paced emergency floor duties and ICU nursing in a dedicated unit.

Ideal candidates are passionate about patient care, eager to learn, and thrive in a collaborative, high-acuity environment. Two years of experience and CVT/LVT preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) preferred but not required.
• Minimum two years of prior veterinary hospital experience; emergency experience preferred.
• Positive attitude and team player.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families
• Perform triage and initiate critical interventions for emergent patients
• Conduct basic examinations to assess patient stability
• Execute advanced nursing procedures, including CPR, phlebotomy, cystocentesis, laboratory testing, and CRI calculations and administration
• Administer and monitor sedation for minor procedures and advanced anesthesia for emergency surgeries
• Provide ongoing care for hospitalized ICU and isolation patients
• Facilitate patient admissions and discharges from the ICU
• Prepare treatment estimates and discuss financial commitments with clients
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records in accordance with hospital protocols
• Ensure exam rooms and treatment areas are properly prepared and maintained

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Team player

Emergency care mindset

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CVT/LVT certification preferred

Job description

Hybrid ER/ICU Veterinary Technician

Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists (BEVS) is seeking a skilled and compassionate Hybrid ER/ICU Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) team. BEVS is Vermont's only 24/7 specialty and emergency animal hospital. We offer an unparalleled level of care, including expert emergency and critical care 24 hours a day, as well as advanced specialty services such as dentistry and oral surgery, internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, radioiodine therapy, and surgery. As a trusted partner to pet owners and referring veterinarians across the region, our team is committed to excellence in veterinary medicine and compassionate care. https://bevsvt.com/

This dynamic role offers the opportunity to work on both our fast-paced emergency floor and in our dedicated ICU nursing unit. Ideal candidates will be passionate about patient care, eager to learn, and thrive in a collaborative, high-acuity environment. This role is suitable for both experienced technicians seeking a new challenge and those with a strong desire to grow in emergency and critical care. Every day brings new learning opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Burlington Emergency and Veterinary Specialists in Williston, VT

$26.00 - $32.00 base rate depending on experience and licensure. Overnight shifts are eligible for a shift differential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families
• Perform triage and initiate critical interventions for emergent patients
• Conduct basic examinations to assess patient stability
• Execute advanced nursing procedures, including CPR, phlebotomy, cystocentesis, laboratory testing, and CRI calculations and administration
• Administer and monitor sedation for minor procedures and advanced anesthesia for emergency surgeries
• Provide ongoing care for hospitalized ICU and isolation patients
• Facilitate patient admissions and discharges from the ICU
• Prepare treatment estimates and discuss financial commitments with clients
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records in accordance with hospital protocols
• Ensure exam rooms and treatment areas are properly prepared and maintained

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation and insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match after 6 months
• Generous paid time off
• Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
• Continuing education allowance and license fee reimbursement
• Employee referral program and uniform allowance

Plus, special benefits to utilize for your own pet:

• Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
• Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing
• Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods
• Pet Insurance: Discounts available with our preferred vendor

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) preferred but not required
• Minimum two years of prior veterinary hospital experience required, prior emergency experience preferred
• Must have a positive attitude and be a team player

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.

Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/

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