Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery

Ethos Veterinary Health • Cockeysville, MD

1d • $30 - $40

About The Position

Chesapeake Veterinary Surgical Specialists is hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician to provide nursing care for post-operative and critically ill surgical patients in its ICU. The technician will work alongside board-certified surgeons and specialty teams in a collaborative, fast-paced specialty hospital, using clinical judgment to monitor patient condition, administer treatments, and maintain accurate records.

The Hunt Valley hospital is part of a 45,000-square-foot specialty facility shared with Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Neurology, Rehabilitation, and a 24-hour emergency hospital. The position offers exposure to complex cases and a collaborative learning environment. It is full-time, scheduled as four 10-hour shifts Monday through Friday, with a rotating on-call schedule and one weekend shift required every one to two months.

Requirements

• At least one year of ICU experience as a Veterinary Technician.
• Strong critical-thinking skills and commitment to exceptional nursing care.
• Experience calculating drug dosages and administering IV medications and fluids.
• Proficiency with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and advanced patient monitoring.
• Experience with ECG interpretation, feeding tubes, chest tube maintenance, and critical patient nursing care.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Nice To Haves

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT); credentialing is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for post-operative and critically ill surgical patients in the ICU.
• Collaborate with surgeons and specialty teams to provide patient care.
• Monitor patients and recognize changes in their condition using sound clinical judgment.
• Calculate drug dosages and accurately administer intravenous medications and fluid therapy.
• Monitor ECGs and identify abnormal cardiac rhythms.
• Assess patients for pulse deficits and changes in cardiovascular status.
• Manage feeding tubes, chest tubes, urinary bladder expression, and jugular catheter maintenance.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and phlebotomy.
• Prioritize patient care and work independently in a fast-paced, high-intensity ICU environment.
• Maintain accurate medical records and communicate effectively with the clinical team.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams.
• Contribute to a positive, team-focused hospital culture.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation of $30–$40 per hour based on experience and skill set.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Continuing education allowance and professional development support, including free VetBloom RACE-approved CE access.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time.
• Retirement savings options, including a 401(k) with employer matching.
• Uniform (scrub) allowance.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Employee pet discounts.
• Life and disability insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed