Veterinary Technician - Emergency
About the job
- At least 3 years of experience in veterinary medicine is required, including prior Veterinary Technician experience.
- Candidates must be comfortable prioritizing and triaging emergency cases and understand veterinary nursing and patient care.
- Candidates must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced emergency and specialty environment.
- Candidates must have strong critical-thinking and decision-making skills.
- Candidates must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Candidates must be flexible and willing to cross-train throughout the hospital.
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills are required.
- Triage emergency patients, assist with critical patient assessments, monitor hospitalized and critically ill patients, and prioritize patient needs based on condition and urgency.
- Perform venipuncture and place IV catheters; administer medications and treatments as directed by veterinarians; perform in-house laboratory testing and diagnostic procedures; assist with emergency procedures and surgery; and monitor anesthesia and safely recover patients.
- Collaborate with emergency veterinarians, board-certified specialists, Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Assistants, and other hospital team members; communicate patient updates, diagnostic findings, and concerns with veterinarians and the medical team; and maintain accurate patient records and treatment documentation.
- Provide compassionate support and clear communication to clients during stressful situations.
- Cross-train throughout the hospital, develop advanced technical skills, and participate in mentorship, continuing education, and ongoing clinical training.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment.
- An LVT, CVT, or RVT credential is preferred but not required.
- Emergency or critical care experience is preferred.
About the company
Ethos Veterinary Health operates a nationwide network of more than 140 specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals across North America. It brings together over 1,500 specialized veterinarians who treat nearly 2 million pets each year. Hospitals in the network share advanced diagnostic tools and apply a scientific, evidence‑based approach to patient care, enabling collaboration across sites and access to specialized expertise. What makes Ethos different is the combination of a large, integrated network with deep specialty medicine and a focus on high-quality outcomes and professional collaboration, rather than isolated clinics. The company’s goal is to raise veterinary standards by delivering expert, evidence‑based care and to provide rewarding careers for veterinary professionals while advancing pet health.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Woburn, Massachusetts
Founded
2015
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- VetRec reached 600 doctors and 900 staff by August 2026.
- Ethos opened 2026 ER Immerse recruiting across Texas, Florida, and California.
- Leslie Storms became president on December 1, 2025, restoring permanent leadership.
What critics are saying
- FTC order limits specialty acquisitions near rivals through 2032, capping roll-up growth.
- Leadership churn from Ryan Buck to Leslie Storms signals strategic instability in 2025.
- Sambolin litigation over hospital care keeps malpractice and reputational risk alive.
What makes Ethos Veterinary Health unique
- 140+ specialty and emergency hospitals give Ethos dense referral coverage.
- Ethos Discovery and clinical trials embed research into daily hospital operations.
- VetRec partnership adds enterprise AI recordkeeping across specialty and emergency workflows.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Wellness Program
- Flexible Work Hours