Neurology Certified Veterinary Technician

Ethos Veterinary Health • Portsmouth, NH

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital is looking for a skilled, driven Veterinary Technician to support and elevate its Neurology department. This role offers a career-defining opportunity within a thoughtfully designed neurology program backed by an established, respected referral hospital and a leadership team that invests deeply in its people. The position involves working at the cutting edge of specialty medicine, providing exceptional technical and patient care, including assisting doctors during appointments, patient preparation and recovery, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication calculations and administration, maintaining medical and anesthetic records, ensuring equipment readiness, advanced anesthesia monitoring for procedures like CT and MRI, performing sterile scrubs and assisting during surgical procedures, epidural administration, and advanced technical nursing care. The ideal candidate will bring an in-depth understanding of veterinary procedures, thrive in a collaborative environment, value a positive workplace culture, and demonstrate a passion for continuous learning.

Requirements

• Credentialed Veterinary Nurse/Technician in good standing
• 1-3 years working as a Veterinary Nurse/Technician in a clinical hospital setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficient in medical record-keeping and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role.

Nice To Haves

• Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS) certification is a plus.
• Students currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology program and on track for credentialing are also encouraged to apply.
• VTS Mentorship and Certification Assistance

Responsibilities

• Assisting doctors during appointments with strong client communication and education
• Patient preparation, recovery, and advocacy throughout their care journey
• Venipuncture, IV catheter placement, medication calculations, and administration
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical and anesthetic records
• Ensuring equipment readiness and understanding its application and availability
• Advanced anesthesia monitoring for procedures such as CT and MRI
• Performing sterile scrubs and assisting during surgical procedures
• Epidural administration and advanced technical nursing care
• Supporting patients with compassion, precision, and clinical excellence

Benefits

• Annual Uniform Allowance
• Annual CE Allowance: Starting at $800 for licensed technicians and incremental increases based on total years credentialed.
• Hospital Sponsored CE: VetBloom and Scholarship opportunities
• Paid Vacation & Paid Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Technician Licensure Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree