Critical Care Veterinary Technician

Eastern Carolina Veterinary Medical Center in Wilmington, NC is hiring an experienced Veterinary Technician to join their outstanding Critical Care  team!

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus available to RVT candidates, with the potential for up to $3,000 for RVTs with advanced anesthesia experience, pending a skills assessment.

Compensation:  $26 - $35/hr, based on experience and licensure. 

Schedule: Full-Time, 4-day work week (rotating schedule; includes evenings/overnights)

Benefits: 

• Paid Time Off benefits available upon hire 
• Veterinary Social Worker on Staff at Hospital Location
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Health Insurance Plans
• Discounted Employee Pet Insurance, Pet Services, and Supplies
• 401k Planning, with Employer Matching Structure
• Access to Ethos-wide expansive VetBloom Learning and Development platform with RACE approved CE
• Veterinary Nurse Champion Awards
• Recover CPR and Fear Free certification initiatives
• Ethos Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Networks for continued LVT/CVT growth and aspiring VTS team members
• Referral Program
• Uniform Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• And more!

Are you a skilled veterinary technician who thrives in high-acuity, fast-paced environments? Do you enjoy managing complex cases, thinking critically under pressure, and making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes? Our Critical Care team is growing—and we’re looking for a dedicated technician to join us!

About the Role:

As a Critical Care Veterinary Technician, you’ll play a vital role in delivering advanced nursing care to critically ill and hospitalized patients. You’ll work alongside our ECC veterinarians to manage complex medical cases, assist with emergency procedures, and provide continuous, detail-oriented monitoring.

This role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with life-saving interventions including mechanical ventilation, transfusions, and advanced diagnostics—all within a collaborative, team-focused environment where your skills truly matter.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide continuous monitoring of critically ill and post-operative patients, including vitals, pain assessment, and mentation
• Recognize and respond quickly to changes in patient condition
• Perform advanced nursing care including IV and urinary catheter placement, blood draws, and feeding tube management
• Administer medications, fluids, CRIs, and blood products safely and accurately
• Assist with emergency procedures such as CPR, intubation, thoracocentesis, and abdominocentesis
• Operate and monitor advanced equipment including ECG, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, capnography, and ventilators
• Perform in-house diagnostics including bloodwork, lactate, blood gas analysis, and cytology
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records
• Collaborate with ECC veterinarians and hospital teams to manage caseload and ensure continuity of care
• Support training and mentorship of assistants and junior technicians
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and proper stocking of ICU and treatment areas

What We’re Looking For:

• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (RVT, CVT, or LVT) preferred; experienced veterinary assistants considered
• Minimum 2 years of experience in emergency, ICU, or specialty medicine strongly preferred
• RECOVER certification preferred
• Proficiency in advanced monitoring and critical care procedures
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask in a high-acuity environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to lift and restrain animals up to 50+ lbs with assistance
• A calm, focused, and compassionate approach to patient care

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Work alongside a highly skilled Emergency & Critical Care team on complex, rewarding cases
• Access to advanced equipment and cutting-edge treatment modalities
• Strong focus on professional growth, continuing education, and specialty advancement (VTS encouraged!)
• Collaborative, supportive hospital culture that values teamwork and respect
• Competitive compensation, shift differentials, and comprehensive benefits
• The opportunity to make a real difference in critical, life-saving moments.

At ECVMC , our mission is to deliver the highest level of care by providing exceptional services in Emergency Medicine, Surgery, and Rehabilitation—for our patients, clients, and referring veterinarians. Our team is dedicated to excellence in both medicine and patient care, and we’ve worked hard to cultivate an inclusive, collaborative environment where every team member is supported and valued. Here, you’ll encounter cutting-edge equipment, unique cases, and innovative procedures that allow you to advance your technical skills every day.

If you’re ready to elevate your skills and be part of a passionate neurology team, we’d love to meet you! Apply today and help us deliver the highest level of care to our patients through knowledge, compassion, and teamwork.

Wilmington, NC

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos Veterinary Health provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.