Veterinary Technician, Emergency ICU Swing

Ethos Veterinary Health

Parker (CO)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 47,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Matching

EAP

CE hours

CE allowance

Uniform allowance

Shift differential pay

Sick days

Vacation days

Bereavement leave

Holiday premium pay

On-call incentives

License reimbursement

Referral program

Job summary

Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC) in Parker, CO, is hiring an ICU Veterinary Technician for the Emergency ICU Swing shift. The role focuses on advanced patient care for critical cases, with supervision by veterinarians and collaboration across the hospital.

Responsibilities include conducting exams, assisting with procedures, managing records, and communicating with owners about care plans and billing.

Qualifications

At least ONE YEAR of veterinary technician experience.
Registered Veterinary Technician in Colorado or ability to become registered upon hire.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Fluent English skills required; multiple languages a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced care for hospitalized ICU patients.
Assist veterinarians with exams, treatments and procedures.
Perform standard technician duties: restraint, venipuncture, SQ fluids, radiographs, medications, lab samples.
Collaborate with all hospital departments to ensure high-quality patient care.
Respond to STAT calls and follow patient care protocols.
Maintain paperless medical records using EzyVet and Smartflow.
Explain estimates and discuss payments with owners; discharge patients.

Skills

Veterinary experience

English fluency

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (Colorado)

Job description

Veterinary Technician, Emergency ICU Swing

Parker, CO

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
- Saturday - Tuesday
- 3:00pm - 1:00am

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.

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.

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.

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