Veterinary Technician, ICU

ICU Veterinary Technician Specialty & Post-Operative Critical Care

Are you an experienced Veterinary Technician who thrives in a structured ICU environment and enjoys managing complex specialty cases? Join Veterinary Specialty Hospital North County and work alongside board-certified Surgeons, Neurologists, Internists, Cardiologists, Oncologists, Radiologists, Ophthalmologists, and Criticalists in a collaborative, high-acuity setting.

Our ICU is focused on advanced post-operative and medically intensive patients, not general kennel-style monitoring. This is a high-responsibility role requiring strong technical skills, critical thinking, and confidence managing complex cases, especially during overnight shifts.

Schedule

• Full-time
• 3 x 12-hour shifts per week
• Daytime and Overnight ICU opportunities available
• Overnight shift differential applied per hour

Compensation

• RVT Level 2 & 3: $32$42/hour based on experience and demonstrated ICU competency
• VTS: $38$45/hour
• $2,500 sign-on bonus paid within 30 days
• Highly competitive wages aligned with specialty skill set

About Our ICU

Our ICU primarily manages:

• Neurosurgical recoveries
• Advanced orthopedic and soft tissue post-operative cases
• Internal medicine critical patients
• Escalated ER transfers requiring specialty oversight

This is a structured ICU environment with strong interdepartmental communication and clear expectations. Technicians are trusted to function at a high level and are supported by board-certified Criticalists and specialty teams.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage post-surgical and specialty ICU patients, including overnight care
• Monitor advanced pain protocols and CRIs
• Support anesthetic recovery for high-acuity cases
• Administer blood products and manage neurologic patients
• Communicate directly with Criticalists and specialty teams
• Provide clear, compassionate client communication during critical hospitalizations
• Maintain detailed and accurate medical documentation

Preferred Experience

Minimum of 2 years ER or specialty ICU experience

Demonstrated competency in:

• CRI setup and management
• Advanced anesthetic recovery monitoring
• Blood product administration
• Neurologic patient monitoring
• Independent clinical decision-making within scope

Experienced ICU Veterinary Assistants may be considered based on background

Professional Development

• Dedicated trainer support for technician learning and skill advancement
• Competitive annual CE allowance for RVTs and Veterinary Assistants
• VetBloom access, including RACE-approved continuing education
• Ethos-sponsored scholarships
• RVT license application and renewal reimbursement
• Clear growth pathways within our Level 13 structure

Full-Time Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 3 weeks accrued paid time off
• Uniform allowance

Culture & Perks

• Supportive, team-oriented culture
• On-site social worker for team support
• 75% employee pet discount
• Pet food discount programs
• Free annual exams, vaccines, and lab work through our Blood Donor Program

If you are a technician who values structured ICU medicine, precision in monitoring, and the opportunity to deepen your specialty skill set, we would welcome a conversation.

Ethos Veterinary Health