Veterinary Technician, Emergency

About the role

Join Small Animal Veterinary Emergency Services (SAVES) as a full-time Emergency Veterinary Technician in Lebanon, NH. As one of the only 24/7 emergency animal hospitals in northern New Hampshire, our Veterinary Technicians provide advanced emergency and critical care while supporting complex cases that make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Triage incoming emergency patients and support clients through stressful situations with compassion and professionalism
• Partner with veterinarians on diagnostics, treatments, and case management
• Provide advanced nursing care for emergency and critical care patients
• Collect and process laboratory samples including blood, urine, cytology, and additional diagnostics
• Utilize advanced imaging to support patient assessment and treatment planning
• Execute, monitor, and recover anesthesia and sedation events
• Advocate for hospitalized patients throughout every stage of care
• Use critical thinking skills to support high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced ER/CC environment
• Collaborate with doctors and Veterinary Technicians as a trusted partner in patient care

Requirements

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/RVT/LVT) required
• Emergency, Critical Care, or high-acuity veterinary experience preferred
• Strong technical skills and commitment to advancing veterinary nursing care
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced emergency animal hospital environment
• Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented approach
• Strong communication skills with clients and hospital team members
• Desire to continue learning, growing, and expanding your Veterinary Technician skills
• Interest in advanced training, specialty certification, or leadership growth encouraged

Qualifications

• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required

Skills

• Advanced nursing care for emergency and critical care patients
• Collaboration with veterinarians and other Veterinary Technicians
• Use of advanced imaging and anesthesia/sedation techniques
• Highly developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and client service skills

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• $27–$34/hour (based on skills assessment)
• $4.50/hour overnight differential (7p–7a)
• $4.00/hour weekend differential (Sat 12a – Sun 11:59p)
• Stack your differentials = + ~$196/week
• Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• 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
• Working a holiday = DOUBLE Pay!
• 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

Pay

• $27–$34/hour

Schedule

• Option 1: Only two shifts per week with full-time benefits
• Friday & Saturday: 4:00 PM–7:00 AM
• Five days off every week
• Additional shifts available if desired
• Option 2: Three 12-hour shifts per week