Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine

Veterinary Technician, Internal Medicine

PEAK Veterinary Referral Center in Williston, VT is hiring an Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician to join our growing specialty team. You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced Internal Medicine specialists, assist with advanced diagnostic procedures, and expand your technical skills in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Compensation: $22$36/hour based on experience, credentials, and technical skills.

Full-Time Benefits:

• Continuing Education & Uniform Allowance + Free VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE)
• CVT/LVT/RVT license reimbursement
• RECOVER Training for advanced CPR skills
• Veterinary Technician Education Sponsorships + VTNE reimbursement + VTS Support
• 16-Week VTNE Study Group
• Professional Development Assistance
• PTO
• Working a holiday = DOUBLE Pay!
• Employee Referral Bonuses + Employee Pet Discount
• Access exclusive financial benefits to help you save on student loans, mortgages, and personal loans
• NVA Pet Resort Discount + Pet Insurance Discount
• Medical, Dental, Vision + HSA/FSA Options
• Insurance Options: Life and AD&D + Short & Long-Term Disability + Critical Illness + Accident + Hospital Indemnity
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule:

• Full-Time: TuesdayFriday
• Hours: 8:00 AM6:00 PM
• Four-day workweek

Responsibilities As an Internal Medicine Veterinary Technician, you'll work closely with the DVMs and our specialty team to provide hands-on patient care, assist with advanced diagnostics, and support clients throughout their pets' treatment.

Patient Intake and Client Communication

• Obtain detailed patient histories and accurately document presenting concerns in medical records.
• Record temperature, pulse, respiration, and weight for compliant patients.
• Communicate laboratory results, medication instructions, and follow-up care as directed by the veterinarian.
• Answer client questions regarding diagnostics, treatments, and ongoing patient care.
• Provide compassionate, professional communication throughout the patient experience.

Diagnostics and Laboratory Procedures

• Collect blood, urine, fecal, and other diagnostic samples.
• Perform and prepare testing for in-house and reference laboratories.
• Ensure accurate sample labeling, documentation, and submission.

Sedation and Anesthesia

• Assist with sedation and anesthesia under veterinarian supervision.
• Perform IV catheter placement, induction, intubation, and extubation as appropriate.
• Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures.
• Maintain accurate anesthesia monitoring records.

Endoscopy and Advanced Procedures

• Prepare patients, equipment, and supplies for endoscopic procedures.
• Assist veterinarians with endoscopy, diagnostic sampling, and specimen submission.
• Clean, disinfect, and properly store endoscopic equipment.
• Maintain endoscopy usage and equipment maintenance logs.

Patient Care and Monitoring

• Monitor hospitalized patients and promptly communicate changes in condition.
• Administer prescribed medications, treatments, and supportive care.
• Assist with fluid therapy, nutritional support, catheter placement, and other nursing procedures.
• Support high-quality patient care throughout hospitalization and recovery.

Medical Records and Team Collaboration

• Maintain accurate, timely technician notes and treatment documentation.
• Assist with discharge instructions and patient treatment summaries.
• Track supplies, medications, and equipment used during patient visits.
• Coordinate with other specialty departments to support diagnostic and procedural scheduling.
• Collaborate with veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, and support staff to maintain efficient patient care.

Qualifications

• Veterinary Technician experience with strong hands-on clinical and patient care skills.
• CVT, LVT, or RVT credentials are valued but not required.
• Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification is a plus.
• Experience in Internal Medicine, specialty medicine, anesthesia, or advanced diagnostics is preferred.
• Comfortable with patient monitoring, diagnostic sample collection, and medical documentation.
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate, client-focused approach.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively with a collaborative veterinary team.
• Interest in continued learning, advanced veterinary medicine, and professional development.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

About PEAK Veterinary Referral Center PEAK is a 14,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art multi-specialty veterinary hospital providing care to pets throughout the region. Our specialty services include:

• Internal Medicine
• Surgery
• Oncology
• Radiology
• Behavior

We proudly serve pet owners and referring veterinarians throughout Vermont, northern New York, and New Hampshire. In 2021, we expanded our services with a seven-day-a-week Urgent Care department to support the non-critical medical needs of pets in the greater Burlington, Vermont area and beyond.

What You Can Expect at PEAK

• An inclusive, welcoming, and supportive team culture
• Career development through mentorship and advanced training opportunities
• Exposure to high-quality medicine and diverse caseloads
• A collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions matter
• Access to Ethos Veterinary Health's industry-leading education and development programs

Surrounding Areas This position is based in Williston, VT and is easily accessible from:

• Burlington, VT & South Burlington, VT
• Essex Junction, VT & Essex, VT
• Colchester, VT & Shelburne, VT
• Milton, VT & St. Albans, VT
• Richmond, VT & Waterbury, VT
• Montpelier, VT & Plattsburgh, NY

Know Someone Amazing? If this role isn't the right fit but you know a great CVT, send them our way! Considering Relocating? Great talent can come from anywhere, and we welcome candidates who are considering a move. Whether you're relocating from another city, another state, or across the country, our Talent Acquisition team is here to support you throughout the hiring process and answer questions about the role, the hospital, and the surrounding community.

About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Equal Opportunity Employer Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.