Veterinary Technician - Cardiology

Join our Cardiology Specialty Team as a Licensed Veterinary Technician / Senior Assistant where you’ll support critically important diagnostics, treatments, and patient monitoring in a collaborative specialty environment. You’ll be part of a team that delivers exceptional medicine and compassionate care for patients with cardiac disease.

As a Cardiology LVT/CVT/Senior Assistant , you will work closely with cardiologists and the cardiology service team to support comprehensive cardiac patient care — from diagnostics and imaging to treatment and client education. This role involves advanced clinical procedures, specialized cardiac diagnostics, and strong communication with both internal teams and pet owners.

Schedule

• Tuesday - Friday: 8:00am - 6:30pm (currently)
• Some holidays are required

Compensation

• Starting at $22-34 per hour, commensurate with experience and licensure
• Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance , long-term disability , and more
• Paid time off , paid volunteer hours , and holiday pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Uniform allowance and personal pet discount
• Paid continuing education and professional development opportunities

As a member of the Cardiology team, you’ll play a hands‑on role in delivering advanced specialty care. In this role, you will:

Advanced Cardiology Diagnostics & Clinical Support

• Assist with advanced cardiac imaging including echocardiograms and ECGs/telemetry.
• Perform Holter monitor placement and editing; manage related equipment and software.
• Capture diagnostic quality thoracic radiographs and interpret positioning needs.
• Support advanced history taking, physical exams, and diagnostic triage in cardiac cases.
• Administer cardiac-related medications and monitor responses.

Patient Care & Monitoring

• Monitor cardiac patients’ vital signs and maintain accurate clinical records.
• Provide comprehensive patient nursing care including comfort, fluid therapy, and specialized support.
• Assist with anesthesia and monitoring during cardiac procedures.

Cardiology Procedure Assistance

• Support placement and retrieval of cardiac catheters and sampling catheters.
• Maintain and troubleshoot cardiology equipment, including ECG/echo systems.
• Assist veterinarians during complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

Client Communication & Education

• Communicate effectively with pet owners about cardiac diagnostics and care instructions.
• Provide clear updates on patient status and answer owner questions within your scope of practice.

General Clinical Duties & Team Support

• Administer medications (PO, IM, IV, SQ) with accuracy and attention to safety.
• Perform blood/sample collection and basic lab work including CBC, chemistry, and urinalysis.
• Assist with general patient care tasks across the specialty department.

Who We're Looking For

• Licensed or credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT/LVT/RVT) , or an experienced Veterinary Assistant
• Prior experience or interest in Cardiology or specialty care
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A team-focused professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment
• Familiarity with ultrasound and endoscopy procedures is a plus
• Comfortable using veterinary software systems
• A compassionate, proactive, and collaborative approach to veterinary care

If you’re a veterinary technician or assistant looking to gain specialty experience and grow in a supportive, high-performance environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of specialty care at PVESC.