Veterinary Technician, Emergency and Critical Care
About the job
- Experienced Veterinary Technicians or Assistants must have at least two years of veterinary experience.
- Strong technical skills in venipuncture, catheter placement, medication administration, and patient monitoring are required.
- Knowledge of anesthesia monitoring, radiology safety, and fluid therapy is required.
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills are required.
- The role requires working three 12-hour shifts from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., with a holiday rotation.
- Triage patients presenting to the Emergency Room according to triage levels.
- Assess pets and provide immediate lifesaving care to critical patients under the direction of the emergency doctor.
- Provide doctors with patient histories, vital signs, and concerns to support timely and appropriate emergency care.
- Work with technicians and assistants to perform diagnostics, execute treatment plans, and hospitalize patients.
- Provide advanced nursing care and monitoring for hospitalized patients, including administering medications, treatments, and fluid therapy, and conducting ongoing assessments to support patient comfort and recovery.
- Provide timely client updates, answer questions, and help pet owners understand their pet’s condition, treatment plan, and prognosis.
- Maintain accurate medical records documenting patient observations, treatments, diagnostics, medication administration, and changes in patient status.
- Collaborate with veterinarians, specialists, and support staff to develop and implement patient care plans, communicate critical changes in patient condition, and provide patient care.
- Maintain treatment areas, prepare and manage medical equipment, and provide attentive care to hospitalized patients.
- A Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) credential is preferred.
- Emergency or critical care experience is preferred.
- Multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
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