Veterinary Technician, Emergency ICU

ethosveterinaryhealth; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 77,146,000 - 97,810,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Continuing Education (CE) – CE hours,

CE allowance for training and certs

Uniform Allowance

Shift Differential Pay

Paid time off – Sick, Vacation, Bereav

Bereavement Leave

Holiday Premium Pay

On-Call Incentives

License Reimbursement

Referral Program

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC) in Parker, CO is seeking a Veterinary Technician for the ICU swing shift. The role offers $27-$34 hourly, a $3,000 sign-on bonus, and a $3/hr overnight differential after 6pm.

Full-time hours are Mon-Thu, 6:00am–4:30pm, with comprehensive benefits. The ICU Technician will provide advanced care for critical hospitalized patients under a supervising veterinarian, document care, and collaborate with the care team.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: At least ONE YEAR of veterinary technician experience is REQUIRED to be considered for this role!
• Registered Veterinary Technician, in Colorado, or the ability to become registered upon hire.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced patient care to hospitalized patients.
• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments and procedures.
• Perform standard technician duties including patient restraint, venipuncture, SQ Fluids, radiographs, medication administration as ordered by a veterinarian, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications by veterinarian orders.
• Collaborate with all departments across the hospital to ensure the best patient care.
• Respond to STAT calls and follow appropriate patient care protocols.
• Maintain paperless medical records using EzyVet and Smartflow.
• Create estimates, discuss with owners, and assist with discharge.
• Attend department and staff meetings.
• Perform sedation and anesthesia according to hospital protocols.
• Contribute to cleanliness and organization of the hospital.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Fluent English

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (Colorado)

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EzyVet

Smartflow

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Emergency ICU Swing

CVT/RVT/LVT $27 - $34/hr. | $3000 SIGN ON BONUS | +$3/hr. Night Differential after 6pm

Parker, CO

Welcome to Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC)! We are a 24/7 Emergency Care Veterinary Hospital with 7 different Specialties. The AESC Team is growing, and we are seeking motivated, positive and compassionate individuals to join our team. Our Nursing staff is essential and important to us, just as the care they provide to the pets and clients in our community. We are offering competitive wages, opportunities for professional growth, and a supportive environment with an empathic and positive Management team

Compensation

• Credentialed Veterinary Technicians: $27-$34 hourly


• $3000 SIGN ON BONUS


• +$3/hr. Overnight Differential after 6pm

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance to keep you and your family covered.


• 401(k) with Matching to help you plan for your future.


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for additional personal and professional support.


• Continuing Education (CE):
  
  
  
  • Annual CE hours to advance your skills.
  
  
  • CE allowance for training and certifications.
  
  
  
  


• Uniform Allowance to ensure you’re always prepared.


• Shift Differential Pay for added compensation.


• Generous paid time off, including:
  
  
  
  • Sick Days
  
  
  • Vacation Days
  
  
  • Bereavement Leave
  
  
  
  


• Holiday Premium Pay for working during special times of the year.


• On-Call Incentives for additional opportunities.


• License Reimbursement for required certifications.


• Referral Program to reward you for helping us grow our team.

Schedule

• Full Time
  
  
  
  • Monday - Thursday
  
  
  • 6:00am – 4:30pm
  
  
  
  

Job Description

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Technician’s primary responsibility is to provide advanced care for the hospitalized patients that are deemed critical and stable according to the veterinarian’s evaluation and AESC’s defined levels of hospitalization. This individual will assess patients and facilitate treatments under the direction of the supervising veterinarian. They will have excellent communication with the supervising veterinarian and address concerns with the patients as they arise. The ICU Technician is expected to work with all doctors, technicians, and assistants to perform diagnostics and execute treatment plans for the hospitalized patient.

Responsibilities

• Provides excellent and advanced patient care to every hospitalized patient.


• Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments and procedures that need to be done.


• Perform standard technician duties including patient restraint, venipuncture, SQ Fluids, radiographs, medication administration as ordered by a veterinarian, obtain and process laboratory samples, handle and dispense medications by veterinarian orders.


• Collaborate with all departments across the hospital to ensure that all patients receive the best possible patient care.


• Immediately respond to and assist with STAT calls and follow the appropriate patient care protocols.


• Maintain accurate paperless medical records utilizing EzyVet and Smartflow.


• Demonstrate working knowledge of medical and financial practices, including creating estimates and discussing with the owners, collecting payment, and discharging patients.


• Demonstrate compassion and care in all interactions.


• Attending department and staff meetings.


• Perform sedation and anesthesia according to established hospital protocols (induction, maintenance, monitoring and recovery).


• Contribute to the overall needs, cleanliness, and organization of the hospital.


• Other duties as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• At least ONE YEAR of veterinary technician experience is REQUIRED to be considered for this role!


• Registered Veterinary Technician, in Colorado, or the ability to become registered upon hire.


• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 1 years of Veterinary Technician experience in a Emergency or Specialty Hospital


• Ability to multitask and anticipate the department's needs.


• Excellent communication.


• Experience using Medical Record and Whiteboard programs in a veterinary setting.

Why Choose AESC?

• Work alongside a compassionate, dedicated team of veterinary professionals.


• Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.


• Make a direct impact on the lives of pets and their families during critical times.


• Receive continuous training and growth opportunities—we’re passionate about teaching!


• Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.

About AESC

Founded in 2001 to meet the growing need for after-hours veterinary care in the Parker, Franktown, and Elizabeth communities, Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC) has evolved from a small emergency hospital into a leading 24/7 emergency and specialty referral center. What began in a facility of less than 1,000 square feet has expanded into a state-of-the-art, 20,000-square-foot hospital offering advanced emergency, critical care, surgery, internal medicine, oncology, neurology, rehabilitation, diagnostic imaging, and anesthesiology services.

Following a major renovation completed in 2021, AESC features cutting-edge technology, including a 23X MRI, 16-slice CT scanner, mobile fluoroscopy, multiple surgical suites, and a dedicated rehabilitation center with underwater treadmills. Supported by a collaborative team of board-certified specialists and experienced veterinary professionals, AESC remains committed to delivering exceptional patient care while continuing to grow and advance specialty medicine for pets throughout the region.

Nearby Communities

• Parker, CO


• Aurora, CO


• Centennial, CO


• Castle Rock, CO


• Elizabeth, CO


• Franktown, CO


• Lone Tree, CO


• Highlands Ranch, CO


• Englewood, CO


• Greenwood Village, CO


• Littleton, CO


• Denver, CO


• Castle Pines, CO


• Foxfield, CO


• Commerce City, CO


• Bennett, CO

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About Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world‑class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two‑way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Equal Opportunity Employer: 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.