Veterinary Technician - Emergency & ICU

Friendship Hospital for Animals

Friendship Hospital for Animals
, a leading AAHA‑accredited hospital located in Washington D.C. is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic veterinary technicians to join our Emergency and ICU teams!

In this fast‑paced role, you'll work closely with ER/ECC doctors, fellow technicians, and assistants to provide high‑quality, emergent care. Ideal candidates are confident in triage, IV catheter placement, phlebotomy, history taking, and anesthesia monitoring, and are committed to teamwork, multitasking, and continuous skill development.

This is a full‑time position. Schedule is usually four 10‑hour shifts per week with some flexibility. Some weekends and holidays are required.

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA
• Generous PTO and CE allowance
• Life insurance and 401(k) with match
• Uniform allowance
• Metro discounts with easy access to public transportation
• Pet care discounts
• Access to advanced tools (MRI, CT, ventilator, ICU, dialysis)
• A welcoming, inclusive culture that values learning, kindness, and teamwork

• Credentialed veterinary technician preferred
• 1–2 years experience working as a veterinary technician required.
• Recovery certification a plus, but not required.

We're exclusively seeking veterinary professionals who embrace a nurturing, cooperative, and ethical environment, where genuine individuals come together to share knowledge, uplift one another, grow, and do their best work – while having fun along the way.

Friendship Hospital for Animals is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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$25—$33 USD