Licensed Veterinary Technician - Critical Care
About The Position
BluePearl Pet Hospital in Downtown Manhattan is seeking a skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician to work alongside our board-certified criticalist. This role will require flexibility to help out in our ER + ICU. Schedule: Day shifts, Sun-Wed, some flexibility This position is offering up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus Why BluePearl? We offer advanced medicine, ongoing professional development, and clear pathways for growth - all within a supportive, team-oriented culture that values your expertise. Here at BluePearl, your skills make a real impact. Work alongside passionate specialists and emergency teams, access leading-edge resources, and be part of a culture that prioritizes collaboration, learning, and exceptional patient care every day BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital is a national network of specialty and emergency pet hospitals. Our hospitals are located throughout the country, most of which are open 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Our veterinarians use innovative procedures, high-tech equipment and the latest treatment methods to provide comprehensive medical care to pets. We combine this expertise with a love for animals and the belief that kindness is the foundation of veterinary medicine. Mission: Our mission: Enriching lives through remarkable care for pets At BluePearl, we recognize that pets are part of the family. We honor the human-animal bond by providing the very best in advanced medical care for pets – including techniques that were once reserved exclusively for humans. Our vision: To transform the delivery of veterinary care through specialty and emergency medicine.
Requirements
- skilled Licensed Veterinary Technician
Responsibilities
- Triage and stabilize emergency patients upon arrival, managing cases from ER intake through ICU admission.
- Administer anesthesia for minor surgical procedures, including wound repairs and laceration management.
- Perform digital radiography, utilizing appropriate sedation, positioning, and low-stress restraint techniques.
- Monitor hospitalized patients, recognizing changes in vital signs and intervening promptly in high-risk or critical situations.
- Calculate and administer medications accurately, including constant rate infusions (CRIs) and multi-route drug delivery.
- Perform phlebotomy and place intravenous catheters with efficiency and precision.
- Assist with administering blood transfusions.
- Assist with and maintain advanced supportive care techniques, including feeding tubes and central line catheters.
- Obtain and maintain BLS and ALS RECOVER CPR certification (provided).
- Mentor and support team members to promote clinical growth and collaboration.
- Deliver compassionate client communication, addressing concerns with patience, empathy, and professionalism.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, paid parental leave, + more
- Annual CE allowance, free training, and access to 2,000+ medical journals
- Licensure, VTNE, and VTS support
- Company-paid disability coverage
- Mental health support, including 12 free therapy sessions annually
- Pet insurance, associate discounts, scrub allowance, and referral bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
