Overnight Emergency/ICU Veterinary Technician, PCVRH
Listed on 2026-01-22
-
Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Veterinary, Animal / Pet Care
$1000 sign on bonus!
Join Our Team as an ER/ICU Veterinary Technician in Portsmouth, NH!Are you ready to take your veterinary career to the next level? Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital is seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Technician to join our dynamic team. As an integral part of our overnight shifts, you'll be at the forefront of providing exceptional care to our hospitalized and ER/ICU patients.
Anticipated Schedule- Overnights
- Three 12‑hour shifts, including one weekend shift, with two holidays per year.
- All team members participate in the on‑call rotation as needed.
- Earn between $20 and $35 per hour, based on skills and credentials.
- Shift Differential:
Base + $5 for any hours worked between 12 a.m.–7 a.m.
- Deliver exceptional care to a wide range of patients, including emergency/critical care, postoperative surgical patients, internal medicine cases, ICU patients, urgent care, oncology, and ophthalmology.
- Triage patients efficiently
, assess critical needs, and communicate timely updates to pet owners throughout the process. - Stabilize patients by placing IV catheters, administering and calculating medications/fluids, performing CPR when needed, and supporting lifesaving procedures.
- Perform diagnostics such as sample collection, imaging support, and monitoring equipment, while maintaining accurate and detailed medical records.
- Induce and monitor anesthesia or sedation during emergency and specialty procedures to ensure safe and effective patient care.
- Use strong critical‑thinking skills to monitor vital signs, identify changes in patient status, and report findings promptly to the attending doctor.
- Educate and support clients during discharge by explaining home‑care instructions, medications, and monitoring recommendations with empathy and clarity.
- You are a confident, skilled, and experienced Veterinary Technician dedicated to outstanding client service and excellent patient care
- CVT/LVT/RVT or VTNE Eligible is required
- 1+ years of experience in small animal hospital setting preferred
- It is incredibly important to our team to find the RIGHT fit. We want to find someone that shares our same goals and values, someone that is friendly, compassionate, dependable, and genuinely wants to make a difference.
- You understand the importance of maintaining a positive, respectful, uplifting hospital culture and genuinely love working with people that share that same value.
- You’re not afraid to jump in and get your feet wet! A diligent worker who takes initiative and contributes to the operation of the entire hospital, you will help get all the day’s duties done.
- You are eager to continue enhancing your skill set and enjoy learning & collaborating with a team.
- Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role.
- Sign on bonus paid after 90 days of employment
- CE Allowance
- Uniform Allowance
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday = DOUBLE TIME!
- Employee Pet Discount
- 401k
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- HSA/FSA
- Access to Vet Bloom for RACE‑approved continuing education and training
- Partnership with Purdue Veterinary Technology program, including scholarships
- License application and renewal reimbursement for CVTs.
- Financial support and onsite mentorship for those pursuing VTS certification
- Ask us about certification assistance!
Welcome to Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital, where we transcend the traditional bounds of a 24‑hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital to become a compassionate community dedicated to the well‑being of pets and their devoted owners.
Within our state‑of‑the‑art facility, we don't just provide medical care – we deliver excellence. Our commitment to exceptional service extends beyond the clinical realm; it's ingrained in our culture and reflected in every interaction.
Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. Our multiple specialty departments work seamlessly together, pooling our expertise to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. Here, every member of our team is valued and respected, contributing to a supportive and cohesive environment where collaboration thrives.
At Port City Veterinary Referral…
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).