Veterinary Technician, Urgent Care
Healthcare$20–$34/hrFull-time
About the role
PEAK Veterinary Referral Center in Williston, VT is hiring a Veterinary Technician to join our Urgent Care team. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Technician looking to build advanced clinical skills while providing high-quality patient care in a collaborative multi-specialty hospital environment.
Responsibilities
- Triage urgent care patients and perform initial assessments, including medical history collection and vital signs.
- Communicate findings effectively with veterinarians to support case management.
- Assist in developing treatment plans and reviewing recommendations with clients.
- Perform diagnostic procedures including cytology, venipuncture, IV catheter placement, cystocentesis, urinary catheterization, laboratory testing, and radiography.
- Monitor patients during sedation and assist with procedures including wound care, laceration repair support, porcupine quill removal, and urinary obstruction management.
- Administer medications and outpatient treatments, including subcutaneous fluids.
- Review discharge instructions and medications with clients to ensure continuity of care.
- Provide compassionate client support during euthanasia appointments.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout treatment areas, kennels, and hospital spaces.
Requirements
- Veterinary Technician experience in general practice, urgent care, emergency, or specialty medicine preferred.
- CVT, RVT, or LVT credentials are welcomed but not required.
- Strong patient care, technical, and communication skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced veterinary environment.
- Team-oriented with a positive and collaborative attitude.
- Passion for learning and professional growth.
- Comfortable working with urgent and critical cases.
Qualifications
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.
Skills
- Experience in a multi-specialty setting is a plus.
Benefits
- Compensation range: $20-$34/hour, based on experience, skills assessment, and credentialing level.
- 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.
- Paid Time Off.
- Double pay for working holidays.
- 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
- $20-$34/hour, based on experience, skills assessment, and credentialing level.
Schedule
- Four 10-hour shifts per week.
- Start times between 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM.
- One weekend shift per week (Saturday or Sunday).
- Includes 2-3 holidays annually.
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.