Certified Veterinary Technician - Lead Emergency

PETS Emergency Hospital; Greeley (CO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading emergency veterinary hospital in Greeley is seeking a Lead Emergency Veterinary Technician. This role involves providing high-quality care for pets, leading a team of technicians, and ensuring smooth hospital operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in emergency medicine, excellent leadership skills, and a commitment to patient care. Join a supportive team that values professional growth and offers comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k with employer contributions

Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

Pet perks, discounts, and free exams

Qualifications

• Active LVT/RVT or CVT license required.
• Minimum of 3 years clinical veterinary experience.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality care and educate clients.
• Assist in surgeries and procedures according to state regulations.
• Guide, mentor, and support team members.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Technical proficiency

Education

Active LVT/RVT or CVT license

Minimum of 3 years of clinical veterinary experience

Tools

Digital radiography

Job description

Lead Emergency Veterinary Technician

PETS Emergency Hospital

Greeley, CO

More than a word, care is present in everything you do. At PETS Emergency Hospital, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, we take action to empower your best care for pets, their families, and yourself.

We are a community of 400 clinics forming an extraordinary network of resources and people. Through outstanding learning and career options, comprehensive benefits, and abundant support, you’ll be nurtured and appreciated for who you are and what you bring to the table. We come together in both the joys and heartaches of our profession to lift each other up through laughter and empathy.

And, we have plenty of fun along the way!

Who we are

At PETS Emergency Hospital, you’ll feel the warmth and openness of a small clinic, while having the opportunity and support of a united network.

PETS Emergency Hospital invests heavily in our teams' growth and development. We provide an emotionally intelligent work environment and strive to maintain a positive work/life balance.

Provide your best care with more bridges and less barriers.

PETS Emergency Hospital is looking to add a full-time Lead Emergency Veterinary Technician to their team!

As a Veterinary Technician, you’ll play an important role in pets’ lives by providing care for our precious patients. Your work will include outpatient treatments, laboratory tests, and support services like admitting and discharging patients.

The Emergency Lead Veterinary Technician is responsible for veterinary nursing duties and providing direction to veterinary technicians and assistants. The Shift Lead should be knowledgeable in areas like client service, communication, clinical pathology, radiology, animal nursing care, anesthesia, surgical assistance, emergency medicine, and more. The shift lead must uphold hospital values and maintain professionalism.

Role Responsibilities:

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist with hospital functions to maximize productivity and positive patient flow.
• Assist in surgeries and procedures according to state regulations for credentialed technicians.
• Communicate with clients about pet health concerns, Thrive Membership options, medications, and treatments.
• Maintain medical records with practice systems.
• Obtain health history and information from clients and maintain charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow protocols, and keep treatment areas clean and organized.
• Guide, mentor, and support team members.

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• REQUIRED: Active LVT/RVT or CVT license
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical veterinary experience

• Experience in Emergency, Critical Care, or Specialty medicine
• Understanding of common disease processes, treatments, and medications
• Strong medical math skills for fluid rates, CRIs, drug infusions
• Ability to obtain vital signs and interpret clinical signs
• Experience with digital radiography
• Prepare animals and instruments for surgery
• Assist in surgeries and post-operative care
• Administer medications and treatments
• Positive attitude, self-motivated, excellent leadership and communication skills
• Technical proficiency and commitment to a stress-free environment
• Enjoys fast-paced work

Growth Opportunities

Grow your career through our learning programs, including ThriveU, workshops, hospital management training, scholarships, and more. With locations nationwide, explore various specialties and environments.

Benefits

Our benefits support your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, including:

• Paid time off, parental leave, bereavement, and pet adoption leave
• Medical, dental, vision insurance, HSAs, FSAs
• Pet perks, discounts, and free exams
• Support for children, adults, and pets
• Mental health services
• 401k with employer contributions
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement
• Scholarship and student loan programs

Compensation is negotiable based on credentials and experience, starting at $25-$30/hour. The actual rate considers skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

We celebrate diversity and strive for an inclusive culture where all team members feel valued and empowered.