Veterinary Technician - Emergency & ICU

Veritas Veterinary Partners; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 33,062 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vet discount

Mental health support (Talkspace)

Uniform allowance

Growth opportunities

CE support

401k with match

Medical/vision/dental insurance

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Veritas Veterinary Partners in Wheat Ridge, CO seeks a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team delivering high‑quality animal care in a hospital that operates 24/7/365 with board‑certified specialists. You will work with a caring, skilled team to support patients and clients in a fast‑paced environment.

Daily duties include monitoring vitals, assisting veterinarians, providing diagnostic and nursing support, and handling lab work and radiographs per protocols.

Qualifications

• RVN/RVT credential required.
• ER experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document patient vital signs.
• Support veterinarians and other departments.
• Provide nursing care including critical care as needed.
• Prepare samples for diagnostics and assist with radiography.

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician

Job description

World Class Medicine. Purpose-Driven Partnership.

Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the‑art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals, open 24/7/365 and staffed by board‑certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like‑minded, caring professionals. If you’re passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high‑quality setting. At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting specialty and emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top‑tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients’ well‑being. Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships, ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.

About The Job

You will assist the hospital in delivering excellent care to all our patients within the hospital and perform duties pursuant to WRAH Technician Protocols. You will embody our culture by treating every client with courtesy and respect, with a keen sensitivity to the emotional bond between owners and their pets.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Monitor and appropriately document patient vital signs and activity
• Provide support to all veterinarians and assist other departments as requested
• Provide comfort, diagnostic, surgical and nursing care to all patients including critical care patients
• Obtain and prepare samples for diagnostic testing including but not limited to blood draws, arterial blood gas sampling, urinary catheter sampling and free catch urine
• Perform various laboratory procedures including but not limited to blood typing, cross matching, and slide agglutination testing
• Accurately take and process abdominal, thoracic, appendicular, spinal, and skull radiograph while following appropriate radiation safety protocols
• Properly use and maintain medical equipment
• Provide professional client communication

What You Will Bring

• Registered Veterinary Technician required
• Experience working in an ER setting preferred, but not required
• A strong desire to learn and apply knowledge/skills learned to daily work life
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and oral
• Ability to demonstrate technical procedures as outlined in the technician protocols
• Demonstrate reliability and follow-through with all work‑related tasks / projects

Schedule

• Thursday through Saturday, 12:00pm - 12:00am
• Wednesday through Saturday, 8:00pm - 6:00am or 9:00pm - 7:00am
• Day shift is to be determined, but will consist of either four 10‑hour or three 12‑hour shifts

Salary

• $24.00 - $29.00 / hour, based on experience
• $3.00/hr swing shift differential
• $5.00/hr overnight shift differential
• $3,000 sign‑on bonus for RVTs hired to work in either the ICU or Patient Care Ward

Benefits

• Discount on veterinary care and pet insurance options for your furry family
• Mental health support with Talkspace
• Uniform allowance
• Learning and growth opportunities
• Continuing education support for licensed team members
• 401k retirement plan options with company match
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options – some plans may be paid up to 100%
• Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full‑time team members
• 6 weeks paid parental leave for full‑time team members
• Paid time off for full‑time team members

Why Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital?

Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is Hiring… and so is everyone else. What is unique about our hospital? Every aspect of our organization links to one key tenet: providing compassionate and optimal patient care. We have a long standing and national reputation of gold‑standard medicine, supported by both the education and training of our team members and top‑of‑the‑line equipment needed to keep stride with the advancements in veterinary medicine. Our culture consists of respect, compassion, understanding, and teamwork. Wheat Ridge provides an internal community that supports work‑life balance, employee learning and engagement, and personal and career development; we are also committed to external community involvement, encompassing fellow veterinary establishments, shelters, city eco sustainability actions, support of local businesses, and law enforcement pet care.

Location

10140 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033

Base Pay

$24 - $34 USD

Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.

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