Veterinary Technician, ICU Overnight

Ethos Veterinary Health•Deerfield, MA

1d•$24 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) in South Deerfield, Massachusetts, is hiring a full-time Veterinary Technician for its ICU team. The role involves hands-on nursing care for hospitalized patients and complex ICU and critical-care cases in a collaborative emergency and specialty animal hospital, working closely with doctors, technicians, and specialty teams. Schedules include an overnight option of three 12-hour shifts, 7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m., or a rotating combination of day shifts (7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.), mid shifts (1:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.), and overnight shifts (7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.). Weekend availability is required for 50% of weekends, either one weekend day per week or rotating full weekends. Hourly pay is $24–$30 for non-credentialed technicians and $26–$31 for CVT/LVT/RVT technicians. VTS compensation is higher based on experience and specialty certification. Shift differentials are $2/hour for swings and $2.50/hour for overnights. VESH provides emergency and specialty veterinary care, including advanced imaging, internal medicine, surgery, medical oncology, and emergency and critical care. The hospital describes its team as collaborative and committed to high-quality medicine, compassionate care, and continued learning.

Requirements

Veterinary Technician experience in emergency, ICU, or specialty practice is preferred.
CVT, LVT, or RVT credential is strongly preferred; experienced non-credentialed technicians are encouraged to apply.
Strong technical skills and confidence handling critical patients.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospital environment.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Positive attitude and a collaborative, patient-focused approach.
Ability to prioritize and adapt in emergency situations.
Desire to continue learning and growing clinically.
Fluent English speaking and reading skills.
Availability for 50% of weekends, either one weekend day per week or rotating full weekends.

Nice To Haves

Veterinary Technician experience in emergency, ICU, or specialty practice.
CVT, LVT, or RVT credential.
VTS specialty certification and experience.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care and continuous monitoring for ICU and hospitalized patients.
Obtain and accurately record patient vital signs, treatments, and assessments.
Administer medications, fluids, and treatments as directed.
Assist doctors with diagnostics, emergency procedures, and treatment plans.
Monitor anesthesia and sedation recovery as needed.
Collect laboratory samples and restrain patients.
Operate and support advanced monitoring equipment.
Collaborate with ER, ICU, and specialty teams to provide patient care.
Communicate effectively with doctors, technicians, and client care teams.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient treatment space.

Benefits

Continuing education and free VetBloom access with RACE-approved CE.
Paid shoe stipend and scrubs provided at no cost.
CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement.
RECOVER training for advanced CPR skills.
Veterinary Technician education sponsorships, VTNE reimbursement, and VTS support.
16-week VTNE study group.
Professional development assistance.
PTO and sick time.
Employee referral bonuses.
Employee and immediate family pet discounts.
Access to financial benefits for student loans, mortgages, and personal loans.
NVA Pet Resort discount and pet insurance discount.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with HSA/FSA options.
Life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance options.
401(k) with employer match.
Employee Assistance Program.