Emergency Vet Technician/Assistant (Part-Time)

Colorado Psychiatric; 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 for a part-time emergency team. The role offers hands-on patient care in high-acuity situations and opportunities to work alongside ER veterinarians and technicians.

We provide exposure to advanced diagnostics, surgery, and ICU-level care, with a supportive team environment and clear paths for skill growth and career advancement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of veterinary experience.
• Emergency experience preferred.
• LVT/RVT/CVT encouraged, but not required.

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 and interpret patient vitals (BP, ECG, SpO₂, EtCO₂).
• Collect samples and perform basic in-house diagnostics.
• Operate radiology and other diagnostic equipment.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Accurately document patient care and medical records.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sterile treatment areas.
• Collaborate with teammates to support efficient patient flow.

Skills

Emergency experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Surgical assistance

Radiology

In-house diagnostics

Education

LVT/RVT/CVT encouraged

Tools

ECG monitoring

BP monitoring

SpO2

EtCO2

Job description

Fort Collins Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Fort Collins, CO, is seeking experienced Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants for a part-time emergency team. The role offers hands-on patient care in high-acuity situations and opportunities to work alongside ER veterinarians and technicians.

We provide exposure to advanced diagnostics, surgery, and ICU-level care, with a supportive team environment and clear paths for skill growth and career advancement.