Veterinary Technician - ICU (Overnight)

Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists

$26 - $32 / hour

Williston, VTOn-site

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Description

Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists (BEVS) is seeking a skilled and compassionate Hybrid ER/ICU Veterinary Technician to join our Emergency & Critical Care (ECC) team on our busy overnight shift (three 12-hour overnight shifts is required).

BEVS is Vermont’s only 24/7 specialty and emergency animal hospital. We offer an unparalleled level of care, including expert emergency and critical care 24 hours a day, as well as advanced specialty services such as dentistry and oral surgery, internal medicine, neurology, ophthalmology, radioiodine therapy, and surgery. As a trusted partner to pet owners and referring veterinarians across the region, our team is committed to excellence in veterinary medicine and compassionate care. https://bevsvt.com/

This dynamic role offers the opportunity to work on both our fast-paced emergency floor and in our dedicated ICU nursing unit. Ideal candidates will be passionate about patient care, eager to learn, and thrive in a collaborative, high-acuity environment. Every day brings new learning opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Overnight Hybrid ER/ICU Veterinary Technician

Burlington Emergency and Veterinary Specialists in Williston, VT

$26.00 - $32.00 per hour base rate for experienced, licensed technicians;

And $22.00 - $28.00 per hour for unlicensed.

Overnight and weekend shifts are eligible for a shift differential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Deliver compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families
Perform triage and initiate critical interventions for emergent patients
Conduct basic examinations to assess patient stability
Execute advanced nursing procedures, including CPR, phlebotomy, cystocentesis, laboratory testing, and CRI calculations and administration
Administer and monitor sedation for minor procedures and advanced anesthesia for emergency surgeries
Provide ongoing care for hospitalized ICU and isolation patients
Facilitate patient admissions and discharges from the ICU
Prepare treatment estimates and discuss financial commitments with clients
Maintain accurate and detailed medical records in accordance with hospital protocols
Ensure exam rooms and treatment areas are properly prepared and maintained

BENEFITS

Competitive compensation and insurance (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) with up to 4% company match after 6 months
Generous paid time off
Company paid bonding leave or applicable state provided bonding leave
Company-paid life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance
Continuing education allowance and license fee reimbursement
Employee referral program and uniform allowance

Plus, special benefits to utilize for your own pet:

Pet Care: Discounts on veterinary services and products
Pet Diagnostics: Discounts on reference lab testing
Pet Food: Discounts on Purina pet foods
Pet Insurance: Discounts available with our preferred vendor

REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent
Veterinary Technician Certification (CVT) or License (LVT) preferred but not required
Minimum two years of prior veterinary hospital experience required, prior emergency experience preferred
Must have a positive attitude and be a team player

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners is a purpose-driven team that places talent first by supporting professionals to thrive in our industry and empowering hospital teams to provide exceptional care for pets and their owners. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile to create exceptional work experiences for our hospital teams. We focus on providing our hospitals with the best culture, tools, and support to allow the staff to focus on what they love most: caring for our animal companions.

Employment will require the successful completion of references and background check.

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://rarebreedvet.com/careers/

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About this role

Working overnight shifts at Vermont's only 24/7 specialty and emergency hospital means you'd be part of a team handling critical cases around the clock. This hybrid ER/ICU role requires you to move fluidly between the fast-paced emergency floor and dedicated ICU nursing, performing everything from triage and phlebotomy to advanced procedures like CPR, sedation monitoring, and anesthesia support for emergency surgeries. You'd also manage patient admissions and discharges, handle financial discussions with clients, and maintain detailed medical records—all while delivering compassionate care in a high-acuity environment.

The position calls for at least two years of veterinary hospital experience, with emergency background preferred. Veterinary Technician Certification or licensure is preferred but not required, and the role is structured around three 12-hour overnight shifts per week. Compensation ranges from $22–$28 per hour for unlicensed technicians or $26–$32 for licensed CVTs/LVTs, plus shift differentials for overnight and weekend work.

Beyond base pay, BEVS offers solid benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k) with company match; paid time off and bonding leave; continuing education allowance; and discounts on veterinary services for your own pets. This is a role suited to someone who thrives in urgent, collaborative settings and wants genuine learning opportunities in emergency and critical care medicine.

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