What are the responsibilities and job description for the ICU Nurse - Emergency Day, Second Shift and Overnight position at Integrity Veterinary Center?
Integrity Veterinary Center (IVC) is seeking skilled ICU Veterinary Technicians for day, swing and overnight ER shifts. We are a privately owned specialty, emergency and urgent care hospital providing advanced services in internal medicine, clinical nutrition, oncology, outpatient imaging (ultrasound and CT), complex dental procedures for high-anesthetic-risk patients, along with soft tissue and orthopedic surgery.
Our team is grounded in empathy, professionalism, and collaboration. We prioritize transparent communication, ongoing education, and a shared dedication to exceptional patient care. Supporting each team member’s professional ambitions is central to our philosophy, whether your goal is to become an advanced-level technician, pursue a VTS designation, or prepare for veterinary school.
What We Offer
Flexible Scheduling
Choose between a 3- or 4-day workweek with a protected lunch break.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits
- $30.00 - $40.00 per hour (VTS $40 /hour)
- $5.00/hour shift differential for hours worked between 12:00 AM – 7:00 AM
- $2.00/hour SATURDAY differential for hours worked between 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- $100 bonus for each holiday worked and two additional floating PTO days
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Monthly pet insurance reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- 3 weeks accrued vacation
- 1 week accrued sick leave
- 1 week continuing education leave
- Annual CE stipend
Respectful Workplace Culture
All clients sign a behavior agreement at their first visit. We strictly enforce a zero-tolerance policy for abusive conduct.
Strong Team Support
A 3:1 support staff-to-doctor ratio promotes safe, sustainable workloads.
Commitment to Education
Our doctors and technicians actively mentor team members. We host monthly anesthesia-focused Zoom rounds along with additional sessions covering clinical advancements and professional development topics.
Accessible Leadership
As an independently operated hospital, leadership works alongside the clinical team daily and welcomes input. Many of our most impactful changes have originated from staff ideas.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform jugular and peripheral venipuncture
- Place IV catheters and conduct in-house laboratory diagnostics
- Monitor and manage patients under sedation and anesthesia
- Assist veterinarians in emergency, specialty, and urgent outpatient cases
- Obtain patient histories and provide thorough case updates during shift rounds
- Maintain clear communication with clients and colleagues
- Support a cooperative and efficient team environment
Ideal Candidate Qualifications:
- Experience in emergency and/or specialty medicine
- Proficiency with Doppler blood pressure monitoring, venipuncture, catheter placement, lab procedures, and anesthesia/sedation monitoring
- Strong communication and analytical skills
- Ability to remain composed and effective in a fast-paced ER setting
- Team-focused mindset with a desire for continued growth
Preferred (but not required):
- Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) credential
If you’re looking to advance your technical skills in a supportive emergency setting where collaboration and integrity matter, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 36.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30 - $40