Job Description

Veterinary Technician, Urgent Care | $20 - $34/hour | Four 10-hour shifts | Williston, VT

Are you a passionate Veterinary Technician eager to provide exceptional care to pets in their time of need? Join our Urgent Care team at Peak Veterinary Referral Centerand become part of something truly extraordinary!

Schedule:

• Four 10-hour shifts
• Start times are either 8a or 9a.
• One weekend shift/week (either Saturday or Sunday)
• Includes 2-3 holidays per year

Compensation is determined pending a skills assessment:

• Starting compensation would be $20, but can go as high as $34 for an experienced, level III technician.

Benefits That Matter: We invest in YOU with CE & uniform allowances • PTO + holiday double time • employee pet discount • 401k with medical/dental/vision • disability & life insurance • HSA/FSA options • VetBloom access (RACE-approved CE) • Purdue Tech Program partnership with scholarships • CVT license reimbursement • VTS financial support & onsite mentorship • and yes—ask us about VTNE reimbursement!

Responsibilities:
Join our dynamic Urgent Care team at PEAK Veterinary Referral Center!

• Triage & conduct initial patient assessments, including gathering medical history and vital signs, and effectively communicate findings to the veterinarian.
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with the veterinarian and reviewing with clients to ensure they understand.
• Perform various diagnostic procedures and sample collections, such as ear swabs, cytology, venipuncture, IVC placement, cystocentesis, urinary catheterization, in-house laboratory analyses, radiography – submitting for consults.
• Provide skilled patient handling and restraint during examinations, as well as attentive monitoring during sedated procedures such as wound management, laceration care, porcupine quill removal and urinary obstructions.
• Offer compassionate support to clients throughout the euthanasia process, guiding them through the paperwork, procedure, and after care options.
• Administer outpatient treatments, including subcutaneous fluid administration and medication delivery, and ensure thorough review of medications and discharge instructions with client’s post-visit.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness within the hospital environment, including regular kennel cleaning, laundry management, and upkeep of treatment areas and equipment.

Qualifications:

• A Veterinary Technician who takes pride in exceptional patient care
• Curious, motivated, and eager to keep learning
• A team-first mindset — collaborative, dependable, and kind
• Comfortable meeting challenges head-on in a critical care setting
• Someone who values a supportive, respectful workplace
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Finding the right fit matters to us — we want someone who shares our values and truly wants to make a difference.

What You Can Expect at PEAK

• A Culture You’ll Feel Immediately Inclusive, welcoming, and genuinely supportive — you’ll be seen, heard, and appreciated.
• Real Career Growth We actively support development through mentorship, advanced training, and internal advancement opportunities.
• Medicine That Raises the Bar Our team is committed to delivering top-tier care and continually improving how we practice medicine.
• Innovation & Collaboration Our doctors encourage new ideas, collaboration, and forward-thinking approaches — your input matters here.

Ethos Wants to Invest in You

• We offer unrivaled career development through a variety of veterinary nursing mentorship programs — including ER Immerse, an Approved Veterinary Assistant Program, Sedation & Anesthesia Foundations, Education Sponsorship, VTS Mentorship, and more!
• You’ll also receive free access to VetBloom, your hub for cutting-edge, flexible veterinary learning designed to advance every stage of your career.

About PEAK Veterinary Referral Center
PEAK is a 14,000 sq. ft., state-of-the-art specialty and emergency hospital providing 24/7 care. We offer referral services in:

• Internal Medicine
• Surgery
• Oncology
• Radiology
• Behavior

We proudly serve northern New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire — and in 2021, expanded with 7-day-a-week Urgent Care to support our community even further.

Learn more at peakveterinary.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.

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