Overnight Veterinary Technician

Description Position at Ocean State Veterinary Specialists Overnight ER/ICU Veterinary Technician Location: East Greenwich, RI Employment Type: Full-time Shift: Overnight Department: Emergency & Critical Care Signing Bonus up to $2,500 | Shift Differential | Excellent Benefits Ocean State Veterinary Specialists (OSVS) is seeking an experienced and dedicated Overnight ICU Veterinary Technician to join our team. If you have a strong background in emergency or specialty veterinary medicine—or experience in a fast-paced general practice—and are looking to expand your skills, this is an excellent opportunity. OSVS offers a supportive and collaborative work environment where education and growth are prioritized. Our team benefits from in-hospital CE events, cross-training, and mentorship from highly experienced veterinary professionals. Key Responsibilities: Provide compassionate care to critical and hospitalized patients Triage incoming emergency cases and obtain detailed patient histories Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products Operate and monitor advanced ICU equipment (oxygen cages, telemetry units, ventilators) Place and manage NG tubes, oxygen lines, central lines, urinary catheters, etc. Monitor patients under sedation and general anesthesia Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required Veterinary technician program graduate or minimum 3 years recent experience in veterinary practice Certification (CVT, LVT, RVT) preferred Strong clinical skills and ability to multitask in a high-pressure environment Excellent communication and teamwork abilities Passion for animal care and client service Compensation: Competitive compensation determined based on education, experience, and skill level. Generous shift differential and incentives for overnight team members. Benefits: Employer-paid medical insurance premiums and deductibles Dental and vision coverage 401(k) with company match Company-paid life insurance ($25,000) Paid time off and holiday pay Continuing education allowance and paid CE events Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) mentorship program Veterinary Social Worker on-site Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Uniform allowance Discounted veterinary care for personal pets Flexible scheduling: 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shift options About OSVS: Ocean State Veterinary Specialists is a 24/7 emergency and specialty hospital located in East Greenwich, RI, with a sister hospital in Swansea, MA. Our hospital features 35,000 sq. ft. of space, state-of-the-art equipment (CT, MRI, ultrasound, endoscopy, fluoroscopy), and specialists in Critical Care, Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Cardiology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Radiology, and more. We also host a nationally respected internship and residency program. We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love. United Veterinary Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr