Veterinary Technician, Emergency Critical Care

**Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician | $24.00–$34.00/hr** **Location:** Charleston, SC **Schedule:** Full-Time | Swing Shift | 36 hours/week **Compensation:** $24.00–$34.00 per hour, based on experience and skill level, plus shift differentials The Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) is hiring a full-time **Veterinary Technician** to join our Emergency & Critical Care team in Charleston, SC. If you're an experienced Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced Critical Care environment and enjoys working alongside a collaborative team utilizing advanced specialty medicine, this is an outstanding opportunity to continue growing your career. ## **Compensation** $24.00–$34.00 per hour, based on experience and skill level. ## **Full-Time Benefits** - Health Insurance - Employer-Paid Pet Insurance - Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Time - 401(k) with Employer Match - CE Allowance - Tuition reimbursement for team members pursuing LVT licensure - Financial support for Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) certification - Out-of-state license transfer costs covered - Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates - Work-life balance focused scheduling - And more! ## **Schedule** - Full-time - Swing Shift - 36 hours per week - One weekend day required each week - Holiday rotation required ## **Responsibilities** - Deliver exceptional nursing care to emergency and critical care patients. - Perform patient assessments, monitoring, and emergency triage. - Collect diagnostic samples including blood, urine, and other laboratory specimens. - Perform venipuncture, catheter placement, phlebotomy, and medication administration. - Monitor patients receiving oxygen therapy, fluid therapy, blood products, and advanced treatments. - Assist veterinarians with emergency procedures, diagnostics, anesthesia, and critical care interventions. - Operate laboratory equipment and perform in-house diagnostic testing. - Accurately calculate medications and treatment dosages. - Maintain detailed medical records and communicate patient updates with the medical team. - Provide compassionate client communication and discharge education. - Collaborate with Emergency, Critical Care, and Specialty teams to ensure exceptional patient care. ## **Qualifications** - Minimum of 3 years of Veterinary Technician experience, preferably in emergency or critical care medicine. - LVT certification preferred, but not required. - Strong knowledge of patient restraint, phlebotomy, anesthesia, medical math, laboratory procedures, and emergency nursing skills. - Ability to remain calm, organized, and efficient during high-acuity emergency situations. - Excellent communication and teamwork skills. - Passion for delivering exceptional patient care and client service. - Fluent English speaking and reading skills are required for this role. Fluency in multiple languages is a plus. ## **About Charleston Veterinary Referral Center** Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC) is proud to be one of the few VECCS Level I Certified emergency and specialty hospitals in South Carolina. Our emergency service operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, providing advanced emergency and specialty care to pets throughout the Lowcountry. Our specialists provide comprehensive care in: - Emergency & Critical Care - Cardiology - Internal Medicine - Medical Oncology - Radiation Oncology (coming soon) - Neurology & Neurosurgery - Rehabilitation - Soft Tissue Surgery - Orthopedic Surgery - Anesthesia Our newly renovated 32,000-square-foot specialty hospital features advanced technology including MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and digital radiography, allowing our teams to provide cutting-edge diagnostics and treatment while continuing to advance their technical skills every day. ## **Surrounding Areas** Located along South Carolina's beautiful coast, Charleston offers historic charm, award-winning restaurants, beautiful beaches, year-round outdoor recreation,…