Veterinary ICU Doctor Technician

Red River Animal Emergency Hospital and Referral Center•Fargo, ND

6d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Red River Animal Emergency Hospital & Referral Center is hiring a full-time Veterinary ICU Doctor Technician in Fargo, North Dakota. The role supports the medical and technical needs of ICU and hospitalized patients while working closely with the assigned ICU doctor in a fast-paced emergency and critical animal care environment. The technician participates in patient rounds; assists with examinations; gathers supplies and overnight updates; collects vital signs; and helps identify changes in patient status. Duties include nursing assessments and monitoring of critically ill and injured patients, administering medications and intravenous fluids, managing constant rate infusions and blood transfusions, collecting diagnostic samples, performing laboratory testing, and providing advanced nursing care under veterinarian direction. The technician also assists with emergency stabilization, triage, CPR, anesthesia monitoring, radiography, surgical and diagnostic procedures, and the placement and maintenance of catheters, feeding tubes, oxygen support devices, and other specialized equipment. The role includes communicating approved updates to pet owners by phone, text, and in person; documenting communications and patient care in EzyVet; and helping address client questions and concerns. Additional duties include reviewing treatment sheets, estimates, invoices, and charges for accuracy; assisting with discharge preparation and patient releases; maintaining ICU equipment and supplies; supporting pharmacy and laboratory operations as needed; providing patient husbandry and comfort care; following sanitation and isolation protocols; and collaborating with the hospital team. The position offers $25–$30 per hour. Tentative shift hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Because the hospital provides 24-hour emergency coverage, scheduling may include weekdays, weekends, overnights, and holidays. Some scheduling flexibility and rotation are required, and schedules may be adjusted based on hospital needs.

Requirements

Working knowledge of emergency and critical care medicine.
Understanding of pharmaceutical drugs, common diseases and conditions, treatment protocols, and patient monitoring parameters.
Ability to perform basic, intermediate, and advanced nursing care for ICU and hospitalized patients.
Ability to administer medications, intravenous fluids, constant rate infusions, blood products, oxygen therapy, and other treatments as directed.
Knowledge of laboratory procedures, including hematology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, serology, and related diagnostics.
Ability to assist with emergency stabilization, triage, CPR, diagnostic procedures, anesthesia, sedation, and surgical procedures.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to accurately document patient care, treatments, client communications, and charges in EzyVet and other hospital systems.
Ability to review VetRadar treatment sheets and inpatient invoices for accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Strong client communication skills and a compassionate, professional approach.
Ability to prioritize patient care, diagnostics, treatments, client communication, and administrative responsibilities during busy shifts.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff.
Commitment to maintaining a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment for patients.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations, hospital protocols, aseptic technique, and equipment maintenance.
Ability to lift and handle animals weighing up to 50 pounds and assist with larger patients when needed.
Ability to work in a fast-paced emergency hospital environment and remain calm during critical situations.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the assigned ICU doctor to support the medical and technical needs of ICU and hospitalized patients.
Participate in patient rounds; assist with physical examinations; gather supplies; review overnight updates; collect vital signs; and help identify changes in patient status.
Perform nursing assessments and monitor critically ill and injured patients.
Administer medications and intravenous fluids; manage constant rate infusions and blood transfusions; collect diagnostic samples; perform laboratory testing; and provide advanced nursing care under veterinarian direction.
Assist with emergency stabilization, triage, CPR, anesthesia monitoring, radiography, and surgical and diagnostic procedures.
Place and maintain catheters, feeding tubes, oxygen support devices, and other specialized equipment.
Communicate approved patient updates to pet owners by phone, text, and in person; document communications and patient care activities in EzyVet; and help address client questions and concerns.
Review treatment sheets, estimates, invoices, and charges for accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Assist with discharge preparation and patient releases.
Maintain ICU equipment and supplies and support pharmacy and laboratory operations when needed.
Provide patient husbandry and comfort care and follow sanitation and isolation protocols.
Collaborate with the hospital team to deliver emergency and critical care services.