Veterinary Technician, ICU
About The Position
ICU Veterinary Technician Specialty & Post-Operative Critical Care Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician who thrives in a structured ICU environment and enjoys managing complex specialty cases? Join Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County and work alongside board-certified Surgeons, Neurologists, Internists, Cardiologists, Oncologists, Radiologists, Ophthalmologists, and Criticalists in a collaborative, high-acuity setting. Our ICU is focused on advanced post-operative and medically intensive patients, not general kennel-style monitoring. This is a high-responsibility role requiring strong technical skills, critical thinking, and confidence managing complex cases, especially during overnight shifts.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years ER or specialty ICU experience
- Demonstrated competency in: CRI setup and management, Advanced anesthetic recovery monitoring, Blood product administration, Neurologic patient monitoring, Independent clinical decision-making within scope
- Experienced ICU Veterinary Assistants may be considered based on background
Responsibilities
- Independently manage post-surgical and specialty ICU patients, including overnight care
- Monitor advanced pain protocols and CRIs
- Support anesthetic recovery for high-acuity cases
- Administer blood products and manage neurologic patients
- Communicate directly with Criticalists and specialty teams
- Provide clear, compassionate client communication during critical hospitalizations
- Maintain detailed and accurate medical documentation
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Disability and life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 3 weeks accrued paid time off
- Uniform allowance
- 75% employee pet discount
- Pet food discount programs
- Free annual exams, vaccines, and lab work through our Blood Donor Program
- Competitive annual CE allowance for RVTs and Veterinary Assistants
- VetBloom access, including RACE-approved continuing education
- Ethos-sponsored scholarships
- RVT license application and renewal reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
