Veterinary Technician Learning and Development Specialist

Ethos Veterinary Health • Portsmouth, NH

22d • $35 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital is seeking an experienced, credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our team as a Technician Learning and Development Specialist (TLDS) in Portsmouth, NH. This full-time, onsite position offers a unique opportunity to combine clinical research, technician education, and hands-on patient care while helping advance veterinary medicine through Ethos Discovery. You'll work closely with our doctors, technicians, veterinary assistants, and hospital leadership to strengthen clinical skills, support evidence-based medicine, and create meaningful learning opportunities across our emergency and specialty hospital.

Requirements

• Certified, Licensed, or Registered Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT).
• Strong clinical knowledge and hands-on experience in veterinary medicine.
• Strong teaching, coaching, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated interest in clinical research, veterinary education, and evidence-based medicine.
• Ability to translate complex clinical information into clear, practical learning opportunities.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to build relationships with veterinarians, technicians, veterinary assistants, and hospital leadership.
• Ability to coordinate multiple research initiatives while maintaining clear communication and organized documentation.
• Comfortable working onsite and maintaining an active clinical presence through approximately four floor shifts per month.
• Availability to work four 10-hour shifts, including rotating weekends and potential day or night shifts based on clinical needs.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Nice To Haves

• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification.
• Minimum of 5 years of veterinary technician experience.
• Experience in emergency, critical care, or specialty veterinary medicine.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary hospital champion for Ethos Discovery, helping connect clinical research with everyday veterinary medicine.
• Identify and lead a minimum of four Ethos Discovery studies or initiatives annually.
• Partner with veterinarians, specialists, Veterinary Technicians, and hospital leadership to identify meaningful clinical research opportunities.
• Translate complex research studies and protocols into clear, manageable steps that encourage team participation.
• Coordinate research activities across emergency, critical care, and specialty services.
• Build team awareness, engagement, and participation in active Discovery studies.
• Monitor study progress, track completion, and communicate findings to hospital leadership.
• Share research outcomes and clinical learning with the broader hospital team.
• Encourage team members to identify clinical questions, unmet needs, and opportunities for future research.
• Help connect research findings with evidence-based veterinary medicine and real-world patient care.
• Develop and facilitate clinical education, in-services, and hands-on training opportunities.
• Partner with Clinical Supervisors to identify learning needs and support individual development plans.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and sign-off of technician protocols.
• Strengthen clinical skills, critical thinking, and confidence across technician experience levels.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants pursuing advanced clinical skills.
• Create approachable learning opportunities that connect research findings with daily clinical practice.
• Encourage team members to ask questions, evaluate current practices, and explore evidence-based approaches to patient care.
• Collaborate with doctors, technicians, and leadership to identify opportunities for continued clinical improvement.
• Work approximately four clinical floor shifts per month to remain connected to patient care and hospital workflow.
• Maintain strong working relationships with doctors, technicians, veterinary assistants, and clinical leadership across departments and shifts.
• Use hands-on clinical experience to identify opportunities for education, protocol development, and Ethos Discovery research.
• Support collaboration between emergency, critical care, and specialty teams.
• Connect clinical research and technician education with the practical needs of our patients and hospital team.

Benefits

• Annual CE Allowance: Starting at $800 for licensed technicians and incremental increases based on total years credentialed
• Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• VTS Support
• Professional Development Assistance
• PTO + Sick Time
• Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
• Access 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
• Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

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