ICU Veterinary Technician

Wilder, KY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The ICU Veterinary Technician is a highly skilled medical professional responsible for providing advanced nursing care to critically ill and hospitalized patients. This role requires strong technical ability critical thinking clear communication and the ability to function efficiently in a fast-paced high-acuity environment while supporting doctors patients clients and the broader medical team.

Patient Care & Monitoring

Provide continuous monitoring of ICU patients including vital signs pain levels mentation and overall clinical status
Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly communicate concerns to the veterinarian
Accurately administer medications fluids blood products and treatments as prescribed
Maintain detailed accurate and timely medical records

Technical & Nursing Skills

Place and maintain IV catheters central lines arterial lines feeding tubes and urinary catheters
Perform blood draws blood gas analysis glucose monitoring and other diagnostics
Assist with advanced procedures including ventilator management CRI administration transfusions and emergency interventions
Maintain and troubleshoot ICU equipment (fluid pumps monitors ventilators warming devices etc.)

Surgical Support & Recovery

Assist veterinarians with surgical procedures as needed including patient preparation monitoring under anesthesia and intraoperative support
Provide post-operative recovery monitoring and nursing care
Assist with patient transfers to and from surgery
Participate in surgical suite turnover cleaning and restocking to ensure readiness and compliance with hospital standards

Critical Care & Emergency Support

Assist veterinarians during emergency procedures CPR and code situations
Perform triage and stabilization of critical patients as directed
Maintain readiness for rapid response and emergency admissions

Client Communication

Provide compassionate professional updates to clients as directed by the medical team
Educate clients on patient status nursing care and discharge instructions when applicable
Support emotionally distressed clients with empathy and professionalism

Teamwork & Collaboration

Work closely with ER specialty and ICU teams to ensure continuity of care
Mentor and support junior technicians and assistants
Communicate clearly during rounds handoffs and shift changes

Hospital Standards & Safety

Maintain a clean organized and compliant ICU environment
Follow all hospital protocols safety procedures and infection control standards
Adhere to OSHA radiation safety and controlled substance regulations

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications

Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license in KY preferred / or eligibility to become licensed in KY (recent grad or CVT / RVT in another state) / or 5 years professional experience working in emergency or specialty veterinary medicine
Minimum of 12 years of experience in emergency ICU or specialty veterinary medicine (ICU experience strongly preferred)
Strong technical and critical thinking skills
Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

ICU ER or specialty certification or advanced training
Experience with ventilator patients transfusions and CRIs
Fear Free certification
VTS (ECC or related specialty) or actively working toward certification

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to lift and restrain patients up to 50 lbs. (with assistance as needed)
Stand walk and move for extended periods
Ability to work nights weekends holidays and rotating schedules as required
Function effectively in a fast-paced emotionally demanding environment

Core Competencies

Attention to detail
Emotional resilience
Clinical judgment
Accountability
Compassionate care
Strong work ethic and professionalism

Additional Information :

Expected shifts: Monday through Thursday 7am - 5pm

We offer our staff:

Comprehensive Benefits (health dental vision liability 401k & 401K matching program life & supplemental insurance HSA & FSA)
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
Paid Bereavement Program
Paid Parental Leave Program
Competitive Compensation Shift Differential Opportunities
Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
Tuition Assistance Program
Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
Career Development Opportunities
Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts Holiday Pay Uniform Allowance Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

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Employment Type :

Full-time