ICU Veterinary Tech - Per Diem, Fast-Paced Specialty Care

ethosveterinaryhealth; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

SCVIM, Southern Colorado Veterinary Internal Medicine and Oncology, is seeking a Veterinary Technician for ICU Per Diem in Colorado Springs. Join a dedicated clinical team delivering patient care around the clock in a leading specialty hospital.

Per diem shifts include day, swing, and overnight coverage. Requires RVT/LVT/CVT preferred or 3+ years veterinary ICU experience, with fluent English and strong technical skills in anesthesia monitoring and critical care.

Qualifications

• RVT/LVT/CVT preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 3 years veterinary experience with increasing responsibility.
• Specialty, emergency, or inpatient ICU experience preferred but not required.
• Strong technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, medication administration, and patient restraint.
• Experience with anesthesia monitoring and critical patient care preferred.
• Knowledge of fluid therapy, radiology safety, and basic emergency protocols.
• Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care to ICU and hospitalized patients throughout treatment and recovery.
• Triage incoming ICU cases from multiple referral and specialty services.
• Place IV catheters, perform venipuncture, and collect blood samples.
• Administer medications via SQ, IM, and IV routes and manage IV fluid therapy.
• Perform advanced patient monitoring, including vital signs and clinical status changes.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with emergency and surgical procedures as needed.
• Assist with placement and management of urinary catheters, oxygen support, and feeding tubes.
• Monitor ECGs and other patient monitoring equipment.
• Assist with diagnostic procedures including radiographs and in-house laboratory testing.
• Provide post-operative and critical care support for hospitalized patients.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records and treatment documentation.
• Communicate patient updates clearly with veterinarians, technicians, assistants, and clients.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked ICU environment.
• Support hospital flow by assisting with patient handling, restraint, feeding, and general care.
• Participate in ICU team communication and contribute to ongoing workflow improvements.

Skills

RVT/LVT/CVT preferred

3 years veterinary experience

Fluent English

Strong communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

RVT/LVT/CVT not required

Job description

SCVIM, Southern Colorado Veterinary Internal Medicine and Oncology, is seeking a Veterinary Technician for ICU Per Diem in Colorado Springs. Join a dedicated clinical team delivering patient care around the clock in a leading specialty hospital.

Per diem shifts include day, swing, and overnight coverage. Requires RVT/LVT/CVT preferred or 3+ years veterinary ICU experience, with fluent English and strong technical skills in anesthesia monitoring and critical care.