Veterinary Technician, ICU

Ethos Veterinary Health; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education & Uniform Allow.

License reimbursement

RECOVER Training for CPR

VTNE sponsorship + VTNE study group

3 weeks vacation + sick time

Holiday pay and discounts

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health's Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital in Woburn, MA is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our ICU and Emergency & Critical Care team. This full-time role focuses on hospitalized and critical patients, offering growth in advanced nursing.

Join a collaborative team, with rotating 12-hour shifts, and competitive pay ranging from $28 to $38 per hour. Opportunities to pursue VTS and extensive CE are provided, with strong benefits and professional

Qualifications

• 3+ years veterinary technician experience preferred, ICU/ER/critical care favored.
• CVT/RVT/LVT licensure preferred; strong nursing skills required.
• Fluent English speaking and reading required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to hospitalized and critical patients in ICU and emergency services.
• Monitor vitals, treatments, and overall condition; report changes promptly.
• Assist with diagnostics, sample collection, medication administration and dosing.
• Support postoperative, internal medicine, oncology, urgent care, and specialty cases.
• Triage critical patients and assist with stabilization and ongoing monitoring.
• Maintain patient records and collaborate with clinicians for care plans.

Skills

ICU/ER nursing

Strong nursing skills

Communication

Education

CVT/RVT/LVT preferred

Job description

Veterinary Technician, ICU | $28–$38/hr

Location: Woburn, MA

Schedule: Full-Time | Three 12-hour shifts, 7AM-7PM

Compensation: $28–$38/hour

Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital in Woburn, MA is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our ICU and Emergency & Critical Care team. This full-time Veterinary Technician opportunity is ideal for a Vet Tech looking to grow advanced nursing skills while caring for hospitalized and critical patients in a specialty animal hospital.

Join a collaborative team where you’ll work hands-on with a diverse caseload including ICU, post-operative, internal medicine, oncology, urgent care, and specialty patients while practicing advanced veterinary medicine.

Compensation

• $28–$38/hour based on experience, skills assessment, and technician leveling
• $38-$45/hour for Veterinary Technician Specialists (VTS)

Full-Time Benefits

• Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance
• Starting 3 weeks vacation + Sick Time
• Working a holiday = DOUBLE Pay!
• Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
• Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
• NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
• Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
• Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

• Three 12-hour shifts per week
• Day shift: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
• Rotating weekends required

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to hospitalized and critical care patients across ICU, Emergency, and Specialty services
• Monitor patient vitals, treatments, and overall condition, reporting changes promptly to attending clinicians
• Assist with advanced diagnostics, sample collection, medication administration, and dosage calculations
• Support care for postoperative surgical patients, internal medicine cases, oncology patients, urgent care cases, and specialty referrals
• Triage critical patients and assist with stabilization and ongoing monitoring
• Provide compassionate client communication, including patient updates, education, and discharge instructions
• Collaborate closely with Emergency clinicians, specialists, and fellow technicians to deliver exceptional patient care
• Maintain accurate medical records and contribute to efficient daily hospital workflow

Qualifications

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience preferred; ICU, Emergency, or Critical Care experience strongly preferred
• CVT, RVT, or LVT preferred
• Strong technical nursing skills with confidence managing hospitalized and critical patients
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced emergency and specialty environment
• Excellent communication skills with both clients and team members
• Positive, collaborative attitude with a commitment to patient care and hospital culture
• Desire to continue learning, growing clinical skills, and contributing to a supportive team environment
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Did you know?

Mass Vet is a Level 1 24-hour emergency/critical care and specialty veterinary hospital.

This is the highest rank a veterinary emergency and critical care facility can achieve. This certification represents a third-party verification by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society that Mass Vet meets the standards for their highest rating.

Our 42,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility is designed for comprehensive veterinary care, featuring:

• Dedicated ambulance bay for emergencies
• Multiple treatment wards and 20+ exam rooms
• Digital radiography, MRI, and CT suites
• Advanced operating rooms
• Veterinary compounding pharmacy, orthopedic and joint replacement surgeries, neurosurgery suite, and oncology center
• Referral services across specialties including Acupuncture, Anesthesia, Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Oncology, Social Work, and Surgery

Join a community where your passion for veterinary care meets limitless professional and personal growth opportunities.

Surrounding Areas

• Burlington, MA & Stoneham, MA & Winchester, MA
• Reading, MA & Wakefield, MA & Wilmington, MA
• Lexington, MA & Arlington, MA & Medford, MA
• Melrose, MA & Malden, MA & Billerica, MA
• Bedford, MA & Tewksbury, MA
• North Reading, MA & Andover, MA
• North Andover, MA & Somerville, MA & Cambridge, MA
• Boston, MA & Lowell, MA & Chelmsford, MA

Considering Relocating?

Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.