Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency Overnight

Ethos Veterinary Health; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition assistance

Uniform stipend

Job summary

Animal Urgent Care (AUC Northeast) is looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our newly established 24/7 emergency hospital in Commerce City, CO. This role requires skill in emergency and critical care, offering a competitive hourly rate of $30 - $33 based on experience.

The position involves working collaboratively in a high-pressure environment, delivering critical patient care, and communicating effectively with pet owners.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in veterinary surgery, anesthesia, or emergency care.
• Experience in a fast-paced emergency or multi-doctor hospital required.
• Strong understanding of anesthesia monitoring and patient stability parameters.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatments on hospitalized and emergency patients.
• Manage IV fluid therapy and place intravenous catheters.
• Provide transfusion therapy and conduct patient monitoring.

Skills

Veterinary surgery experience

Anesthesia monitoring

Venipuncture

Patient restraint

Strong communication

Teamwork

High-pressure situations

Education

CVT, LVT, RVT, or VTS

Tools

EzyVet

SmartFlow

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency Overnight

CVT/LVT/RVT $30 - $33/hr. | Brighton/Commerce City, CO

If you're a Registered Veterinary Technician looking to grow your emergency and critical care skills in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment, Animal Urgent Care (AUC Northeast) offers the opportunity to join a brand-new, state-of-the-art 24/7 emergency facility dedicated to keeping pets and families together through exceptional, compassionate care.

Animal Urgent Care (AUC Northeast) is a 9,000 square foot emergency hospital with surgical capabilities, ultrasound, radiology (X-ray), and inpatient hospitalization. Our team is built on decades of emergency and critical care experience, with a strong commitment to affordability, compassion, and clinical excellence. We serve the surrounding Denver metro communities with accessible, high-quality emergency veterinary medicine while fostering a supportive, growth-oriented team culture.

Compensation

• $30 – $33/hr. based on experience

Schedule

• Full-Time (2 roles available)
  • Sunday – Wednesday: 8pm – 6am
  • Thursday – Saturday: 4pm – 4am, or Wednesday – Saturday: 6pm – 4am

Benefits Include

• 401(k) with employer match
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• HSA / FSA options
• Life and Disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Pet Discount
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Tuition assistance programs
• Uniform stipend

Job Description

ER Registered Veterinary Technicians play a critical role in delivering emergency and intensive patient care in a high-volume veterinary setting. You will work closely with veterinarians and support staff to provide urgent diagnostics, treatment, anesthesia support, and ongoing patient monitoring, while also ensuring compassionate communication with pet owners during stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform treatments on hospitalized and emergency patients, including medication administration via multiple routes
• Obtain and monitor vital signs including blood pressure, ECG, temperature, and oxygenation
• Manage IV fluid therapy, including CRIs and multi-line setups
• Perform phlebotomy and basic hematology interpretation
• Place and maintain intravenous catheters
• Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Provide transfusion therapy including blood typing and crossmatching
• Perform CPCR in emergency situations
• Apply bandages, splints, and wound care management
• Manage feeding tubes and hospitalized patient care
• Conduct accurate medical recordkeeping and client communication updates
• Perform patient intake, discharge, and billing support (EzyVet/SmartFlow experience a plus)
• Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment areas

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in veterinary surgery, anesthesia, or emergency care
• CVT, LVT, RVT, or VTS preferred (pRVT considered)
• Experience in a fast-paced emergency or multi-doctor hospital required
• Strong understanding of anesthesia monitoring and patient stability parameters
• Ability to calculate and administer medications, fluids, and CRIs accurately
• Experience with venipuncture, catheter placement, and patient restraint
• Knowledge of aseptic technique and surgical assistance
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to remain composed and effective in high-pressure situations
• Fluent English (spoken and written required)

About AUC North East

Animal Urgent Care (AUC Northeast) is a newly established 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital located in the Brighton/Commerce City area, serving the greater Denver metro region. The facility is designed to expand access to high-quality, affordable emergency care while maintaining a strong focus on compassion, efficiency, and medical excellence.

With advanced diagnostics, surgical capability, and a highly experienced clinical foundation, AUC NE is committed to building a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where veterinary professionals can thrive.

Nearby Communities

• Brighton, CO
• Commerce City, CO
• Denver, CO
• Thornton, CO
• Northglenn, CO
• Westminster, CO
• Aurora, CO
• Broomfield, CO
• Arvada, CO
• Federal Heights, CO
• Henderson, CO
• Lakewood, CO
• Wheat Ridge, CO
• Erie, CO
• Longmont, CO

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.