Registered Veterinary Technician (ER & CC) - Veterinary Referral Associates

Registered Veterinary Technician (ER & CC) - Veterinary Referral Associates PetVet Care Centers' Veterinary Referral Associates is currently seeking an Emergency & Critical Care Registered Veterinary Technician to join their team. Signing Bonus Available for qualified applicant At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter. We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve. With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide , we offer: Local autonomy with national support Career mobility and development opportunities A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first Position Overview Join our team as a Registered Veterinary Technician who supports hospital operations by providing dedicated quality veterinary care and exceptional service to our patients and clients. Responsibilities include providing patient care by determining animal requirements, conducting examinations and diagnostic procedures, assisting during surgery and operations, providing nursing care, assisting with feeding and caring for patients, maintaining medical supplies and equipment, overseeing triage and discharging patients, and maintaining patient medical records. Veterinary Referral Associates in Gaithersburg, Maryland has earned national recognition as one of the most established and respected specialty veterinary and emergency hospitals in the country — seeing cases from across Maryland and as far as Pennsylvania, with 24/7 emergency care available without an appointment every day of the year including holidays. The hospital is AAHA-accredited and offers an extraordinary breadth of specialty services including dermatology, internal medicine, oncology, surgery, diagnostic imaging, feline radioactive iodine hyperthyroid therapy, and a board-certified veterinary criticalist for life‑threatening conditions. Key Responsibilities Perform patient triage and prioritize care. Conduct vital sign assessments, IV placement, phlebotomy, and radiology. Administer medications, calculate dosages, and provide nursing care. Communicate with clients, educate them, and advocate for patients. Handle advanced procedures such as ventilator support, central line placement, chest tube maintenance, oxygen administration, CPR, blood transfusions, and ECG monitoring. Qualifications (Required) 2+ years' experience in an emergency room setting, strong basic technician skills (IVC placement and maintenance, phlebotomy, radiology, in‑house lab work, clear and concise communication with clients and doctors/staff). Active Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) licensure. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position. Schedule 3, 13‑hour shifts per week (Day, Swing & Overnight shifts available). Monthly hospital‑wide on‑call required. What We Offer We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster) 401(k) with discretionary contribution Team Member Pet Discounts Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP CE stipends and career development resources Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship Local hospital culture backed by national resources Pay Range: $17.64 — $38.82 USD PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V PetVet respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. Please see our privacy notice for additional information about our data practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vravet