Veterinary Technician, ICU
About The Position
Join Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) in West Springfield, MA, as a full-time Veterinary Technician in the ICU. This role offers hands-on experience with emergency and critical care patients, advanced medicine, and a supportive team committed to exceptional patient care and continued learning. VESH is a 24-hour, VECCS Level 2 Certified, state-of-the-art Emergency + Specialty veterinary hospital that supports primary care veterinarians with the evaluation and treatment of pets affected by trauma, chronic issues, serious illness, or unusual disorders requiring advanced training, while also providing critical and emergency veterinary care. They offer a variety of specialty services including Advanced Imaging (CT), Internal Medicine, Surgery, Medical Oncology, and Emergency and Critical Care. At VESH, you’ll join a collaborative team committed to exceptional medicine, compassionate care, and continued learning. Every role in their hospital contributes to improving the lives of pets and the families who love them.
Requirements
- Emergency, ICU, Critical Care, or specialty veterinary medicine experience preferred
- CVT, LVT, or RVT strongly preferred; experienced non-credentialed Veterinary Technicians are encouraged to apply
- Strong patient monitoring, nursing care, and technical skills
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced emergency and specialty animal hospital
- Positive, dependable, compassionate, and team-oriented
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Eager to learn and continue developing advanced Vet Tech skills
- Committed to excellent patient care and exceptional client service
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care and ongoing monitoring for critically ill and hospitalized patients
- Perform patient assessments, including TPR, vital signs, and ongoing clinical monitoring
- Administer medications, fluids, and treatments as directed by DVMs
- Monitor anesthesia, sedation, and recovery patients
- Assist with emergency procedures and stabilization of incoming ER and Critical Care patients
- Place and maintain IV catheters
- Collect laboratory samples and run diagnostics
- Assist with advanced imaging and specialty procedures as needed
- Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
- Provide compassionate communication and support to clients throughout patient care
- Collaborate closely with Emergency, Critical Care, and Specialty teams across the animal hospital
Benefits
- Continuing Education + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
- Paid Shoe Stipend & Scrubs provided
- CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
- RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
- Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
- 16-Week VTNE Study Group
- Professional Development Assistance
- PTO + Sick Time
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Employee Pet Discount + Immediate Family Pet Discount
- Exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
- NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
- Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
