Registered Veterinary Technician ER

VCA Animal Hospitals•Warrensville Heights, OH

40d•$25 - $30

About The Position

Great Lakes Veterinary Specialists is seeking a talented Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT to join our Critical Care and Emergency team Are you looking to take your patient care and expertise to the next level? Are you an experienced RVT licensed in the state of Ohio wanting to expand your knowledge and skillset while working with a variety of cases? Potential Schedule: 4-Day work week Compensation: $25 – 30 / hr based on skill set, experience, and licensure status. (RVT, VTS) We are a 24/7 Specialty and Emergency hospital staffed with an amazing team of compassionate and experienced veterinarians, highly skilled RVTs and an awesome team of well-trained support staff. New team members are trained through a mentorship program before working independently. Applicants must have a positive attitude and an excellent work ethic with a minimum of 3 years in critical care or emergency preferred. You must be self-motivated and able to think on your feet. Are you interested in obtaining your Veterinary Technician Specialty? We have the ability to support the most advanced cases with cutting-edge technology. We support full technician skill utilization and are dedicated to providing gold standard medicine and exceptional patient care. Our outstanding medicine is supported by a team of incredible departments including Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Dentistry, and Dermatology. What Makes VCA Great Lakes Unique? We are passionate about our team's health and wellness and continue to foster a culture where asking questions is welcome, and training is the expectation. At VCA we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We not only work hard, but we also play hard too. Our newly renovated hospital leaves a lot of room for activities, including our pop-up staff appreciation party, which included a week-long list of games, events, and prizes. We have a training system for new associates to assist you in acclimating to a new hospital. During the winter months we host a monthly craft night, if that is your thing. We have a discounted food plan that you can subscribe to where fresh meals are delivered right to our hospital for you! And, have you seen our Vet Tech Week? It is epic! This is a small sampling of the gratitude we show our team for being the most compassionate, dedicated veterinary medical professionals around. VCA Total Rewards Benefits Package! Candidates must be positive and motivated. The hospital team meets frequently, and your ideas and suggestions are encouraged to help us continue to grow. Our team takes pride in fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and recognition while being adaptable, goal-driven, and engaged. We work hard to protect our culture and ensure we hire associates that are going to have the determination to rise above obstacles, wear multiple hats, and work as a team. Ready to grow with a collaborative and supportive team? The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development) We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs. Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more! The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development). We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians – including 500 who are board-certified specialists – nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants – all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.

Requirements

Registered Veterinary Technician, RVT
RVT licensed in the state of Ohio
Positive attitude and an excellent work ethic
Minimum of 3 years in critical care or emergency preferred
Self-motivated and able to think on your feet

Responsibilities

Deliver exceptional nursing care to critically ill and emergent patients
Triage patients and assist in rapid medical intervention
Monitor vital signs, assess patient stability, and escalate concerns promptly
Administer medications, fluid therapy, blood products, and CRIs
Proficiently place peripheral and central IV catheters, feeding tubes, and urinary catheters
Assist with emergency procedures such as CPR, wound management, and trauma stabilization
Utilize advanced monitoring equipment (e.g., ECG, capnography, blood pressure, SPO2)
Support in-patient care including ICU monitoring and patient rounds
Accurately document treatments, diagnostics, and patient updates in medical records
Communicate effectively with veterinarians, fellow team members, and clients
Maintain clear and professional communication across departments and shifts
Effectively communicate with the incoming team at shift end with clarity and respect
Remain composed and focused in a high-stress, fast-paced environment, with the ability to multitask and prioritize
Be open to mentorship and guidance from department leaders and engage in ongoing training
Share ideas, feedback, and concerns with hospital leadership in a constructive, solutions-focused manner
Partner with the management team and staff to improve workflows and ensure best hospital practices
Ability to excel in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Passion for Veterinary Medicine and commitment to the highest standards of patient care
Strong team player with a desire to share knowledge and support peers