Veterinary Technician, Recovery (CVT/RVT/LVT preferred)
$26–$32/hr | Four 10-Hour Shifts | 10a–8p

Looking for a Veterinary Technician role where you can focus on advanced post-operative recovery and critical patient care?

Join our collaborative specialty hospital team as a Recovery Veterinary Technician, supporting patients recovering from complex surgical, anesthesia, emergency, and critical care procedures. This role works closely with Surgery, Anesthesia, ICU, and inpatient teams to provide high-level monitoring and recovery care in a fast-paced specialty environment.

Compensation & Schedule

• $26–$32/hour
• Four 10-hour shifts; 10a–8p

• Professional Development & Certification Support
  • CE Allowance + Access to VetBloom for RACE-approved courses
  • RECOVER Training
  • License application/renewal reimbursement for CVTs
  • Partnership with veterinary technology programs, including scholarship opportunities
• Work-Life Balance & Wellness
  • Vacation = 3 weeks per year (increases with tenure at Ethos!)
  • Sick Time = 1 week per year
  • Holiday pay = DOUBLE TIME
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with discretionary match
• Additional Perks
  • Uniform Allowance
  • Employee Pet Discount

• This position reports directly to the Emergency & Critical Care service while supporting hospitalized surgical patients across multiple specialties. Cases range from routine procedures to advanced orthopedic, thoracic, abdominal, and critical care recoveries.

• Provide continuous monitoring and nursing care for post-operative patients
• Monitor pain, mentation, cardiovascular and respiratory status during recovery
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition or post-operative complications
• Collaborate with Surgery, Anesthesia, Emergency/Critical Care, and inpatient teams
• Manage advanced supportive care including:
  • Central lines
  • Feeding tubes
  • Urinary catheters
  • Drains
  • CRIs
  • Telemetry
• Maintain accurate treatment records and patient documentation
• Support individualized recovery and nursing care plans
• Assist with patient positioning, recumbency care, and comfort during recovery
• Operate and troubleshoot advanced monitoring equipment

• Veterinary Technician experience in surgery, ICU, ER, anesthesia, or specialty medicine preferred
• CVT, RVT, or LVT preferred
• Strong understanding of anesthesia recovery and post-operative patient care
• Ability to identify pain, dysphoria, anxiety, and recovery complications
• Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-acuity hospital environment

• Mass Vet is a Level 1 Emergency & Critical Care Hospital—VECCS-certified—and spans 42,000 sq ft with state-of-the-art technology, including MRI, CT, and advanced surgical suites.

• We Believe in Your Success & invest in YOU with ongoing CE, VTS support, and access to RACE-approved courses through Ethos + VetBloom. Our goal is to ensure you feel supported every step of the way in an inclusive, collaborative environment where your voice matters and your well-being comes first.

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.