Veterinary Technician - ICU

Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists (BEVS)  is seeking a skilled and compassionate Hybrid ER/ICU Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) team. BEVS is Vermont’s only 24/7 specialty and emergency animal hospital. We offer an unparalleled level of care, including expert emergency and critical care 24 hours a day, as well as advanced specialty services such as dentistry and oral surgery, internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, radioiodine therapy, and surgery. As a trusted partner to pet owners and referring veterinarians across the region, our team is committed to excellence in veterinary medicine and compassionate care.  https://bevsvt.com/

This dynamic role offers the opportunity to work on both our fast-paced emergency floor and in our dedicated ICU nursing unit. Ideal candidates will be passionate about patient care, eager to learn, and thrive in a collaborative, high-acuity environment.  This role is suitable for both experienced technicians seeking a new challenge and those with a strong desire to grow in emergency and critical care. Every day brings new learning opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families
• Perform triage and initiate critical interventions for emergent patients
• Conduct basic examinations to assess patient stability
• Execute advanced nursing procedures, including CPR, phlebotomy, cystocentesis, laboratory testing, and CRI calculations and administration
• Administer and monitor sedation for minor procedures and advanced anesthesia for emergency surgeries
• Provide ongoing care for hospitalized ICU and isolation patients
• Facilitate patient admissions and discharges from the ICU
• Prepare treatment estimates and discuss financial commitments with clients
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records in accordance with hospital protocols
• Ensure exam rooms and treatment areas are properly prepared and maintained

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation and insurance (medical, dental, vision)   
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match after 6 months   
• Generous paid time off
• Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave   
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance   
• Continuing education allowance and license fee reimbursement   
• Employee referral program and uniform allowance 

• Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products 
• Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing 
• Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods 
• Pet Insurance: Discounts available with our preferred vendor

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) preferred but not required 
• Minimum two years of prior veterinary hospital experience required, prior emergency experience preferred
• Must have a positive attitude and be a team player