Veterinary Nurse - ICU - Mid-Shift

JOIN OUR TEAM OF PASSIONATE AND DEDICATED PROFESSIONALS!

Positions are available at all of the hospitals within the COVE Veterinary network. You’ll have the opportunity to practice the highest level of care, along with great benefits and a supportive work environment.

COVE’s five respected regional brands offer positions for all veterinary professionals in Connecticut, Massachusetts/Rhode Island, Maine, Pennsylvania and Ohio.

Are you a Veterinary Technician who thrives in a fast-paced critical care environment, excels under pressure, and is driven by a desire to save and improve lives? At Metropolitan Veterinary Associates (MVA), we understand that ICU technicians are compassionate, detail-oriented professionals who embrace advanced veterinary medicine to provide the highest level of patient care. Our mission is simple yet impactful:
to improve the lives of pets, their families, and our community through exceptional specialty and emergency services.

Our goal is simple but profound:
to improve the lives of pets, their families, and our community by providing compassionate, high-quality specialty and emergency care. If you share our passion for animal well-being and collaborative teamwork, we’d love you to explore this opportunity.

• We are a leading specialty and emergency hospital
  , housed in a state-of-the-art 25,000-square-foot facility equipped to handle a wide range of complex cases.
• With 13 specialty departments
  —including Internal Medicine, Surgery, Emergency & Critical Care, Cardiology, and more—our collaborative team approach ensures comprehensive care for every patient.
• Our culture is anchored in continuous learning, mentorship, and mutual support
  , creating an environment where you can grow alongside experts in their fields.

As a Veterinary ICU Technician at MVA, you’ll be part of an experienced and compassionate team dedicated to delivering life‑saving care. In this role, you will:

• Provide critical patient care
  —administer treatments and therapies, monitor vitals, and perform advanced diagnostics to stabilize and support patients in the ICU.
• Collaborate with board‑certified Criticalists and emergency veterinarians—discuss cases, refine treatment plans, and ensure patients receive the best possible care.
• Utilize advanced monitoring equipment to track patient status, detect subtle changes, and respond quickly to emergent needs.
• Communicate with pet parents
  —explain updates with empathy, answer questions, and offer reassurance during challenging times.
• Contribute to a culture of learning and teamwork
  , sharing ideas for process improvements and helping train other team members.

We don’t just get through the workday; we embrace the challenges and triumphs that come with providing advanced critical care. You’ll be surrounded by professionals who share your commitment to excellence and a genuine passion for animal welfare.

This is a full‑time position with the following schedules available:

• Please note that some holidays are required.

• Starting at $28/hour, plus a 15% shift differential

Eligible for up to a $5,000 sign‑on bonus!

At MVA, we take care of our team in the same way we care for our patients—wholeheartedly. We offer:

• Supportive culture with social events & team‑building activities
• Competitive paid time off & holiday pay
• Education Assistance Program & tuition reimbursement
• Career growth & training opportunities to help you advance your skills and knowledge supported by our dedicated Education and Development team.
• Continuing education paid time off and allowance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental…