ICU Veterinary Technician | $23.00-$26.00/hr + Up to $2,500 Sign-On Bonus
Location: Melbourne, FL
Schedule: Full-Time | Three 12-Hour Day Shifts | Monday-Wednesday | 7:00 AM-7:00 PM
Compensation: $23.00-$26.00/hour based on experience and licensure
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $2,500 available for experienced Licensed Veterinary Technicians
Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates
Animal Specialty & Emergency Center of Brevard (ASEC) is seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician to join our ICU team in Melbourne, Florida. If you're passionate about providing advanced care, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to continue developing your technical skills alongside an exceptional team, we'd love to meet you.
This is an outstanding opportunity to work with critically ill patients utilizing advanced monitoring, diagnostics, and treatments while partnering with experienced emergency clinicians and board-certified specialists.
Compensation
$23.00-$26.00/hour based on experience and licensure
Up to $2,500 Sign-On Bonus for experienced Licensed Veterinary Technicians
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
Full-Time Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
CE Allowance
Uniform Allowance
Employee Pet Discount
401(k)
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Bonus Opportunities
And more!
Schedule
Full-Time
Three 12-hour day shifts
Monday-Wednesday
7:00 AM-7:00 PM
Responsibilities
Provide exceptional nursing care for critically ill and hospitalized ICU patients.
Monitor patient status, recognize changes in condition, and communicate findings promptly to the medical team.
Perform advanced patient assessments and continuous monitoring.
Place and maintain intravenous catheters and administer prescribed medications and fluid therapy.
Collect laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostic testing.
Assist with emergency procedures, advanced diagnostics, and critical patient stabilization.
Operate and monitor advanced patient support equipment, including ventilators and oxygen therapy systems.
Assist with anesthesia monitoring and recovery when needed.
Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
Collaborate closely with emergency veterinarians, specialists, technicians, and support staff to deliver exceptional patient care.
Provide compassionate communication and education to clients regarding hospitalized patients.
Qualifications
Minimum of 4 years of Veterinary Technician experience, preferably in Emergency or Critical Care
Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, or CVT) strongly preferred
Advanced understanding of veterinary nursing, restraint, phlebotomy, anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, laboratory procedures, pharmacology, and critical patient monitoring
Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
Outstanding communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to remain calm, efficient, and compassionate in a fast-paced ICU environment
Fluent English speaking and reading skills required
Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus
About the Hospital
Animal Specialty & Emergency Center of Brevard is a 24-hour emergency and specialty referral hospital dedicated to providing advanced diagnostics, innovative treatments, and compassionate patient care. Our collaborative team works together in a supportive environment where every team member is valued and encouraged to continue growing professionally.
Our state-of-the-art hospital features advanced technology, including:
MRI
CT
Fluoroscopy
Ultrasonography
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Endoscopy
Laparoscopy & Thoracoscopy
Electrodiagnostics
Mechanical Ventilatory Support
Physical Rehabilitation, including Underwater Treadmill Therapy and Acupuncture
At ASEC, teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. Our doctors, technicians, assistants, and client care teams support one another, celebrate successes together, and foster an environment built on respect, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Surrounding Areas
ASEC proudly serves Melbourne and surrounding communities including Palm Bay, Viera, Cocoa, Rockledge, Satellite Beach, Indialantic, Merritt Island, Titusville, Sebastian, and the greater Space Coast region.
Relocating for the right opportunity? Qualified candidates may be eligible for relocation assistance. Melbourne offers year-round sunshine, beautiful beaches, boating, fishing, outdoor recreation, and convenient access to Orlando—making it an exceptional place to build both your veterinary career and your lifestyle.
Join Our Team
If you're an experienced Veterinary Technician looking to grow your critical care skills while working alongside an exceptional emergency and specialty team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us provide lifesaving care to pets throughout Florida's Space Coast.
Employee Referral Bonus
Know someone who would be a great fit for our team? Ask us about our Ethos Employee Referral Program and earn rewards for referring qualified candidates.
Melbourne, FL
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of more than 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street—you'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
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