Emergency Vet Tech/Assistant – ICU & Critical Care

XPrep Learning Solutions LLC; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Fort Collins Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Fort Collins, CO is seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants to join our fast-paced emergency team. You will support veterinarians in emergency exams, surgeries, anesthesia monitoring, and critical care, with opportunities to use advanced diagnostics and ICU-level care.

This part-time role offers hands-on experience in emergency medicine, a collaborative team, and clear opportunities for skill growth within Thrive Pet

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary experience required.
• Emergency experience preferred.
• LVT/RVT/CVT encouraged, but not required.
• Strong clinical skills in anesthesia monitoring and patient care.
• Ability to stay calm and organized in a fast-paced ER environment.
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians in emergency exams, treatments, and procedures.
• Assist with surgeries, anesthesia monitoring, and post-operative care.
• Provide nursing care and first aid to critical and recovering patients.
• Monitor vitals (BP, ECG, SpO₂, EtCO₂) and interpret results.
• Collect samples and perform basic in-house diagnostics.
• Operate radiology and other diagnostic equipment.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Document patient care and medical records.
• Maintain clean, organized, sterile treatment areas.
• Collaborate with teammates to support patient flow.

Skills

Emergency veterinary experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Patient care

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Attention to detail

Education

LVT/RVT/CVT encouraged

Tools

Anesthesia monitoring equipment

Radiology equipment

In-house diagnostics

Surgical assist tools

Job description

Fort Collins Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Fort Collins, CO is seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants to join our fast-paced emergency team. You will support veterinarians in emergency exams, surgeries, anesthesia monitoring, and critical care, with opportunities to use advanced diagnostics and ICU-level care.

This part-time role offers hands-on experience in emergency medicine, a collaborative team, and clear opportunities for skill growth within Thrive Pet