Job Description

At Greater Cincinnati Veterinary Specialists and Urgent Care, we’re all about providing the highest level of clinical care for those most critical moments. We believe that every member of our team brings something special to the table, and this shines through in how we love and care for our patients. We're committed to creating a place where pets have access to the highest quality medicine, pets are cared for as if they were our own, and community always comes first.

Our commitment to providing exceptional patient care includes a wide range of equipment and services such as ultrasound, CT imaging, video otoscopic services, endoscopy, colonoscopy, and further specialty testing not normally provided at a general veterinary practice.

You’re here for pets, we’re here for you.

• Elevate your standard of care through mentorship and working side-by-side with skilled specialists.
• Highly specialized care supported by modern equipment and techniques.
• Flexible scheduling for work-life balance.
• Full benefits – PTO, health/dental/vision/life insurance, 401K, pet care discounts, etc.
• Paid parental leave benefits.
• Paid CE allowance & professional dues.

Learn More About Our Hospital!

Check out more here - https://www.gcvskentucky.com/

The ICU Veterinary Technician is a highly skilled medical professional responsible for providing advanced nursing care to critically ill and hospitalized patients. This role requires strong technical ability, critical thinking, clear communication, and the ability to function efficiently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment while supporting doctors, patients, clients, and the broader medical team.

Patient Care & Monitoring

• Provide continuous monitoring of ICU patients, including vital signs, pain levels, mentation, and overall clinical status
• Recognize changes in patient condition and promptly communicate concerns to the veterinarian
• Accurately administer medications, fluids, blood products, and treatments as prescribed
• Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely medical records

Technical & Nursing Skills

• Place and maintain IV catheters, central lines, arterial lines, feeding tubes, and urinary catheters
• Perform blood draws, blood gas analysis, glucose monitoring, and other diagnostics
• Assist with advanced procedures including ventilator management, CRI administration, transfusions, and emergency interventions
• Maintain and troubleshoot ICU equipment (fluid pumps, monitors, ventilators, warming devices, etc.)

Surgical Support & Recovery

• Assist veterinarians with surgical procedures as needed, including patient preparation, monitoring under anesthesia, and intraoperative support
• Provide post-operative recovery monitoring and nursing care
• Assist with patient transfers to and from surgery
• Participate in surgical suite turnover, cleaning, and restocking to ensure readiness and compliance with hospital standards

Critical Care & Emergency Support

• Assist veterinarians during emergency procedures, CPR, and code situations
• Perform triage and stabilization of critical patients as directed
• Maintain readiness for rapid response and emergency admissions

Client Communication

• Provide compassionate, professional updates to clients as directed by the medical team
• Educate clients on patient status, nursing care, and discharge instructions when applicable
• Support emotionally distressed clients with empathy and professionalism

Teamwork & Collaboration

• Work closely with ER, specialty, and ICU teams to ensure continuity of care
• Mentor and support junior technicians and assistants
• Communicate clearly during rounds, handoffs, and shift changes

Hospital Standards & Safety

• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant ICU environment
• Follow all hospital protocols, safety procedures, and infection control standards
• Adhere to OSHA, radiation safety, and controlled substance regulations

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Licensed Veterinary Technician with an active license in KY preferred, / or eligibility to become licensed in KY (recent grad or CVT / RVT in another state), / or 5 + years professional experience working in emergency or specialty veterinary medicine
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in emergency, ICU, or specialty veterinary medicine (ICU experience strongly preferred)
• Strong technical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• ICU, ER, or specialty certification or advanced training
• Experience with ventilator patients, transfusions, and CRIs
• Fear Free certification
• VTS (ECC or related specialty) or actively working toward certification

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift and restrain patients up to 50 lbs. (with assistance as needed)
• Stand, walk, and move for extended periods
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating schedules as required
• Function effectively in a fast-paced, emotionally demanding environment

Core Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Emotional resilience
• Clinical judgment
• Accountability
• Compassionate care
• Strong work ethic and professionalism

Additional Information

Expected shifts: Monday through Thursday, 7am - 5pm

We offer our staff:

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation + Shift Differential Opportunities
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Access to a CVA/CVT/CVPM Partnership through Penn Foster
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc.)

Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit: https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/

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