Job Description

Veterinary Technician
Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital (PCVRH)
📍 Portsmouth, NH | 🕒 Full-Time | Entry-Level to Experienced

Start Your Next Chapter of Veterinary Excellence at Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital!

PCVRH is growing fast in our state-of-the-art facility in Portsmouth, NH — and we’re building the kind of team that sets the standard for excellence in veterinary care.

We’re looking for full-time Veterinary Technicians who are ready to grow, collaborate, and make an impact every single day.

What Port City Provides:

• Competitive Salary: $20–$35/hour (based on skill level & credentialing)
• Shift Differential: +$5/hour (11p–7a)
• Annual Uniform Allowance
• Annual CE Allowance: Starting at $800 for licensed technicians and incremental increases based on total years credentialed.
• Hospital Sponsored CE: VetBloom and Scholarship opportunities
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• VTS Mentorship and Certification Assistance
• Technician Licensure Reimbursement (does not come out of your CE allowance!

Grow Your Career: Technician Roles Available Across Departments below:

• Emergency/ICU ($1000 sign on bonus!)
• Internal Medicine
• Neurology
• Medical Oncology
• Radiation Oncology

As a veterinary technician at Port City your responsibilities will include:

• Client Communication: Effectivelygather accurate medical histories, clearly explain procedures and treatment plans, and provide thorough discharge instructions to ensure clients fully understand their pet’s care.
• Advanced Medical Care: Perform comprehensive patient assessments and physical exams, deliver diagnostics and treatments under veterinary supervision, interpret diagnostic results to support care planning, and provide advanced veterinary nursing care. Responsibilities include medication administration, advanced imaging and ultrasound support, anesthesia management, and emergency response including CPR (Hospital Sponsored RECOVER Certification provided to all employees!).
• Patient Care and Management: Manage patient flow from admission through discharge, ensure timely completion of procedures and treatment plans, and coordinate across other servicer and client care to support efficient patient admits, transfers, checkouts and client follow-up.
• Cross Service Collaboration: Collaborate closely with veterinarians and support team members across all services by communicating patient histories and assessment findings, supporting treatment plan development, and ensuring all care, treatments, and procedures are approved and implemented under veterinary direction.
• Medical Documentation: Maintain accurate and thorough medical records by documenting all patient interactions, treatments, and procedures, creating client-facing documents such as discharge instructions and treatment plans, and ensuring all records are reviewed and approved by the supervising veterinarian.

Qualifications:

• Credentialed Veterinary Nurse/Technician in good standing
• Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS) certification is a plus.
• Students currently enrolled in an accredited veterinary technology program and on track for credentialing are also encouraged to apply.
• 1-3 years working as a Veterinary Nurse/Technician in a clinical hospital setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficient in medical record-keeping and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

About You
You’re the kind of Veterinary Technician who:

• Brings an in-depth understanding and application of veterinary procedures, regulations, and policies, and the ability to stay updated on advancements in the field.
• Thrives in a collaborative environment where excellence patient care is the standard.
• Values a positive, respectful workplace culture and communicates clearly and professionally with both clients and team members through strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates a passion for continuous learning and professional growth, actively seeking mentorship and ongoing education to remain current with advances in veterinary medicine and best practices.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role.

Your growth is our investment!
At Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital, innovation meets compassion, and your career growth is limitless.

For more information about our hospital, please visit https://www.portcityvet.com

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.