Veterinary ICU Doctor Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Build a rewarding career with Red River Animal Emergency Hospital & Referral Center in Fargo, North Dakota as our full-time Veterinary ICU Doctor Technician . We offer a competitive pay of $25 - $30 per hour as well as the opportunity to work in a fast-paced emergency and critical animal care environment where your skills, knowledge, and dedication directly impact patient care every day.

Our Veterinary ICU Doctor Technician also enjoys great benefits , such as:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Discounts on pet care and pet food
• Scrub allowance
• CE allowance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

THE GROWTH YOU HELP PROVIDE AS A VETERINARY ICU DOCTOR TECHNICIAN

This is a full-time Veterinary ICU Doctor Technician position with tentative shift hours of 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM . As a 24-hour emergency hospital, coverage may include weekdays, weekends, overnights, and holidays. Some scheduling flexibility and rotation are required , and schedules may be adjusted based on hospital needs.

As a Veterinary ICU Doctor Technician, you will work closely with the assigned ICU doctor to support the medical and technical needs of ICU and hospitalized patients. Your day will begin by participating in patient rounds, assisting with physical examinations, gathering supplies, reviewing overnight updates, collecting vital signs, and helping identify changes in patient status. Throughout the day, you will perform nursing assessments, monitor critically ill and injured patients, administer medications and intravenous fluids, manage constant rate infusions and blood transfusions, collect diagnostic samples, perform laboratory testing, and provide advanced nursing care under the direction of veterinarians. You will assist with emergency stabilization, triage, CPR, anesthesia monitoring, radiography, surgical and diagnostic procedures, and the placement and maintenance of catheters, feeding tubes, oxygen support devices, and other specialized equipment. You will communicate approved updates to pet owners by phone, text, and in person, document all communications and patient care activities in EzyVet, and help ensure client questions and concerns are addressed promptly. In addition, you will review treatment sheets, estimates, invoices, and charges for accuracy, identify discrepancies, assist with discharge preparation and patient releases, maintain ICU equipment and supplies, support pharmacy and laboratory operations when needed, provide patient husbandry and comfort care, follow sanitation and isolation protocols, and work collaboratively with the entire hospital team to deliver exceptional emergency and critical care services.

OUR IDEAL VETERINARY ICU DOCTOR TECHNICIAN

• Working knowledge of emergency and critical care medicine
• Understanding of pharmaceutical drugs, common diseases and conditions, treatment protocols, and patient monitoring parameters
• Ability to perform basic, intermediate, and advanced nursing care for ICU and hospitalized patients
• Ability to administer medications, intravenous fluids, constant rate infusions, blood products, oxygen therapy, and other treatments as directed
• Knowledge of laboratory procedures including hematology, biochemistry, chemistry, microbiology, urinalysis, serology, and related diagnostics
• Ability to assist with emergency stabilization, triage, CPR, diagnostic procedures, anesthesia, sedation, and surgical procedures
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to accurately document patient care, treatments, client communications, and charges in EzyVet and other hospital systems
• Ability to review VetRadar treatment sheets and inpatient invoices for accuracy and identify discrepancies
• Strong client communication skills with a compassionate, professional approach
• Ability to prioritize patient care, diagnostics, treatments, client communication, and administrative responsibilities during busy shifts
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff
• Commitment to maintaining a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment for patients
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations, hospital protocols, aseptic technique, and equipment maintenance
• Ability to lift and handle animals weighing up to 50 pounds and assist with larger patients when needed
• Ability to work in a fast-paced emergency hospital environment and remain calm during critical situations

ABOUT US

At Red River Animal Emergency Clinic, we've proudly served the Fargo community and surrounding areas for years, providing compassionate, high-quality emergency care when pets need it most. Our team is built on a shared commitment to patient care, collaboration, and continuous learning. We excel at creating an environment where every voice is valued, and every team member plays an important role. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits, recognizing the dedication and skill it takes to thrive in emergency veterinary medicine. If you're looking for a supportive, team-oriented culture where you can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact, Red River Animal Emergency Clinic is a place you'll be proud to call home.

HOW TO JOIN US

Be our new Veterinary ICU Doctor Technician! Take the next step in your animal care career and apply today through our mobile-friendly application.