ER Veterinary Technician

Colorado Veterinary Specialty Group About Us :

The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.

CVSG is a privately owned specialty and emergency hospital that has provided care to pets in Denver and the surrounding communities for over 14 years.

We are doubling the size of the hospital in 2025!

Our specialty departments include Surgery, Sports Medicine / Rehabilitation, Reproductive Medicine, and Radiology with Oncology and Dentistry to be added next year.

We are looking for a talented ER Technician to join us and collaborate with our close-knit and dedicated crew!

We are looking for : Registered Veterinary Technician- Day Shift, Overnight Shift ($3 / hr. Shift Differential for Overnight Shifts)

What you’ll do :

• Perform treatments on hospitalized patients including the administration of medications by various routes
• Obtain vitals, blood pressure, ECG, and other monitoring parameters
• Monitor hydration status, administering CRI’s, setting up IV fluids with multiple lines, etc.
• Use phlebotomy skills and have a basic knowledge of hematology and normals
• Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare samples for outside laboratory testing
• Use your knowledge of anesthetic drugs, protocols, and anesthesia monitoring to care for patients before, during, and after surgeries
• Write clear and thorough medical records
• Communicate with clients (particularly in regard to patient updates)
• Provide client education including, but not limited to : home care instructions, medications (indications, adverse reactions) and general wellness updates on hospitalized patients
• Fill prescription medications
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters, central lines, and PICC lines
• Carry out transfusion therapy including blood typing and cross matching
• Care for and maintain feeding tubes
• Place male and female urinary catheters
• Place nasal O2 line
• Prepare patients for ultrasound and CT scans, including gathering history
• Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and communicate additional information as necessary
• Partner with departments regarding treatment plans, client communication and nursing care concerns
• Assist DVM with patient assessment, treatment and procedures
• CPCR

Who you are :

• A Colorado State Registered Veterinary Technician license holder
• Have veterinary emergency or ICU experience
• Are proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.)
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Benefits *for full-time employees include :
• Health Care paid at 75% of the individual plan.
• Optional available dental / vision / disability plans and health savings accounts
• Employer paid life insurance policy
• Employee Assistance Program
• 50% personal pet care discount as outlined in the employee manual
• $250 Uniform allowance
• License reimbursement where applicable
• Annual allowance for continuing education for licensed technicians
• Paid time off (accrued per hours worked; approximately two weeks for first year of employment)
• You will be eligible for a 401(k) with up to a 4% match at one year of employment

To apply, complete the Indeed application process or email [email protected].

Colorado Veterinary Specialty Group, 401 E. County Line Rd, Littleton, CO 80122, phone 303-794-1188, www.cvsg.com

CVSG is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours : 36 40 per week

Benefits :

• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• License reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Uniform allowance

Schedule :

• 12 hour shift
• 3x12
• 4x10
• Evening shift
• Overnight shift

Application Question(s) :

Are you applying for an overnight shift (8pm-7am, 3-12 hour shifts), swing shift (4pm-2am, 4-10 hour shifts)?

Experience :

emergency veterinary medical : 1 year (Required)

License / Certification :

Colorado State Veterinary Technician's License (Required)

Work Location : In person