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Evolution Veterinary Specialists; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Registered Veterinary Technician in a fast-paced Emergency and ICU setting. This role is essential for providing compassionate care to critically ill patients, collaborating closely with veterinarians to ensure the highest standards of medical treatment. You'll leverage your skills in triage, medication administration, and critical care to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive environment, this position offers a chance to thrive in your veterinary career while working with a passionate team committed to excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Current RVT license required for all candidates.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in ER or ICU preferred.
• BLS/ALS CPR certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Triage and stabilize emergencies, manage ICU cases.
• Administer medications and perform venipuncture.
• Educate clients on treatment plans and care.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Time management

Critical thinking

Medical math

Emotional intelligence

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Current RVT License

College degree (AS / BS / BA)

BLS / ALS CPR certifications

Tools

Instinct

Ezyvet

Cubex inventory system

Job description

ER & ICU Registered Veterinary Technician

Hourly Payrate : $21.00 - $35.00 (Dependent on Experience and Skill Set)

EVS asks all RVT candidates to complete a Technician Leveling Test during the interview process. This test measures math skills, critical thinking, and medication administration for RVT levels I, II & III.

Job Summary :

This technician is a vital member of the Emergency and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) teams, supporting compassionate, high-quality care for critically ill and emergent patients. They work closely with ER and ICU doctors to triage and stabilize emergencies, manage hospitalized ICU cases, and assist with procedures such as catheter placement, laceration repair, oxygen therapy (including high-flow), and thoracocentesis. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in emergency and critical care medicine, medical math, and clinical reasoning, with a calm, focused approach under pressure. They understand the long-term needs of ICU patients, including nutrition support, transfusions, and fluid therapy. Above all, they bring a passion for patient care, a commitment to learning, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Education & Experience :

• Required: Current RVT License and Registration with DORA.
• Preferred: College degree (AS / BS / BA).
• Preferred: Minimum of 1 year of experience as an RVT, preferably in an ER or ICU setting.
• Preferred: BLS / ALS CPR certifications.
• Preferred: Experience with handling and treating ZCA patients.

Job Duties & Responsibilities :

• Greet clients and obtain thorough patient histories, body weights, and vital signs.
• Recognize abnormal physical exam findings and communicate concerns clearly to the DVM.
• Perform triage assessments and identify emergent conditions or subtle changes in clinical status.
• Participate in care planning, demonstrating critical thinking and anticipating patient and DVM needs.
• Perform venipuncture from multiple sites (cephalic, jugular, lateral / medial saphenous), and place / maintain IV catheters and lines.
• Administer medications via IV, IM, SQ, and PO with understanding of drug classes, routes, and side effects.
• Calculate drug dosages, additives (KCl, dextrose), and CRIs including fentanyl, Reglan, and pressors; demonstrate strong knowledge of medical math.
• Perform and monitor blood transfusions, including blood typing, crossmatching, and recognizing transfusion reactions.
• Run and interpret in-house diagnostics (PCV / TS, glucose, lactate, blood gases, coags, cytology, VCM, fecals, ketones).
• Use and troubleshoot lab equipment (Heska, IDEXX, Abaxis); prepare samples for submission to reference labs.
• Set up and manage oxygen therapy (nasal cannulas, Snyder cages, high-flow O2, peripheral oxygen cages).
• Recognize changes in respiratory effort, patterns, and sounds; escalate concerns appropriately.
• Perform radiographs including horizontal beam with appropriate positioning while maintaining safety standards.
• Induction, intubation, monitoring, and recovery of anesthesia; recognize concerns with ETCO2, SpO2, ECG, HR, BP, RR; independently run anesthesia on ASA III patients and assist with ASA IV cases.
• Place and maintain feeding tubes (NG, NE), urinary catheters, and lines; set up for chest tubes, Jackson-Pratt drains, and E-tubes.
• Calculate and monitor nutritional needs, including RER and dietary restrictions.
• Perform wound care, assist with procedures (laceration repair, biopsies, abdominocentesis, thoracocentesis), and maintain sterile fields.
• Assist with emergency interventions (gastric lavage, trocarization, scope procedures).
• Recognize and support patients with critical conditions (IMHA, ITP, DKA, CHF, CKD, snake envenomation).
• Investigate unfamiliar medications, procedures, or diseases with curiosity and initiative.
• Provide care and husbandry support to ZCA species; administer medications and assist diagnostics.
• Educate clients on treatment plans, discharge instructions, medication administration, and follow-up care.
• Communicate effectively with clients regarding hospitalized or emergency patients.
• Participate in patient rounds and interdisciplinary case discussions.
• Ensure accurate documentation and billing in Instinct and Ezyvet.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment.
• Proficient in CPR protocols, including chest compressions, intubation, ventilation, drug administration, ECG, and recording.
• Maintain proficiency with Cubex inventory system.

Other duties as assigned; this list is not exhaustive, and employer reserves the right to assign additional tasks as needed.

Skills & General Requirements :

• Effective communication skills.
• Strong time management and organization.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Collaboration with departments, staff, and veterinarians.
• Prioritize safety in all procedures and handling.
• Emotional intelligence and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to explain treatment plans and charges to clients.
• Knowledge of OSHA and AAHA standards.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask efficiently.
• Commitment to quality and professionalism under all circumstances.
• Confidence in decision-making and independent work.
• Enthusiasm for learning and growth.
• Full-time schedule averaging at least 36 hours/week, including potential holidays, weekends, swing shifts, overnights, and on-call duties.
• Typical schedules: 4x10-hour shifts for ER, 3x12.5-hour shifts for ICU.

Opportunities for on-call and overtime with management approval.

Reports to : Department Lead(s), ER or ICU Supervisor, Technician Manager

Employment Status : Full-Time

Supervisory Role : No

About the hospital :

EVS is a privately owned veterinary hospital committed to patient care and professional growth. You will work directly with hospital owners and management dedicated to both the hospital's success and your career development.

Mission statement : To provide elevated specialty and emergency veterinary care in a compassionate, collaborative environment supporting pets and their owners.

Core values : BRITE: Best Medicine, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Empathy.

Evolution Veterinary Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote equality and encourage applications from diverse candidates. Selection is merit-based.