Veterinary Technician, Emergency Outpatient Swing

Ethos Veterinary Health; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CE Allowance

Uniform Allowance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Employee Pet Discount

401k

Medical/Dental/Vision

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

HSA/FSA

VetBloom CE access

License reimbursement CVTs

Job summary

Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital in Colorado Springs is seeking an Outpatient Technician to triage and assist with emergency diagnostics and treatments. You will work with veterinary clinicians to ensure efficient patient flow, accurate histories, vital signs, and timely care in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include triage, diagnostics support, venipuncture, radiography, anesthesia monitoring, and client communication.

Qualifications

• RVT/LVT/CVT preferred but not required.
• Minimum 2 years emergency veterinary experience.
• Strong understanding of emergency triage and patient assessment.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, patient restraint, medication administration, and sample collection.
• Radiography and laboratory procedures experience preferred.
• Anesthesia and sedation monitoring experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Fluent English speaking required; multilingual candidates encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients in the Emergency Department according to established protocols.
• Obtain histories, vitals, and presenting concerns for evaluations.
• Escalate critical or life‑threatening cases to the attending veterinarian.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Respond to STAT cases and emergency situations.
• Perform venipuncture, sample collection, restraint, and medication administration.
• Administer subcutaneous fluids and assist with treatment plans.
• Obtain and process laboratory samples and testing.
• Assist with radiographs following safety protocols.
• Support anesthesia and sedation monitoring and recovery.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and communicate with clients.

Skills

Emergency triage

Patient assessment

Venipuncture

Patient restraint

Medication administration

Sample collection

Radiography

Lab procedures

Anesthesia monitoring

Sedation monitoring

Multitasking

Communication

Fluent English

Job description

RVT/LVT/CVT $25 - $32/hr.| Non-Credentialed Technicians $18 - $25/hr. +$ Differentials Offered| Colorado Springs, CO

If you're a Veterinary Technician looking to utilize your emergency triage, patient care, and client communication skills in a fast-paced specialty and emergency setting, Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital (SRAES) offers the opportunity to work alongside a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional care when pets need it most.

Conveniently located in Colorado Springs, Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital provides 24/7 emergency and critical care services along with advanced specialty care in surgery and diagnostic imaging. Our multidisciplinary approach allows specialists and emergency clinicians to work together seamlessly, ensuring patients receive comprehensive, high-quality care from presentation through discharge.

As our caseload continues to grow, we are seeking an Outpatient Technician to support our Emergency Service by triaging incoming patients, assisting with diagnostics and treatments, and helping ensure efficient patient flow throughout the hospital.

Compensation

• RVT/LVT/CVT: $25 - $32 per hour
• Non-Credentialed Technician $18 - $25/hr. per hour
• + $3/hr. weeknight differential
• + $4/hr. weekend night differential
• + $1/hr. weekend day differential

Benefits

• CE Allowance
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Pet Discount
• 401k
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• HSA/FSA
• Access to VetBloom for RACE-approved continuing education and training
• License application and renewal reimbursement for CVTs.

Schedule

• Full Time
  • Wednesday - Saturday
  • 6:00pm – 4:00am

Job Description

The Outpatient Technician serves as a critical member of the Emergency Department by providing initial patient assessment, triage support, and technical assistance for incoming emergency patients. This role works closely with emergency veterinarians, technicians, and support staff to ensure timely evaluation, treatment, and communication for patients and clients.

As the first clinical point of contact for many emergency patients, you will be responsible for gathering patient histories, obtaining vital signs, recognizing urgent medical concerns, and escalating critical cases appropriately while maintaining a high level of compassion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Triage patients presenting to the Emergency Department according to established triage protocols.
• Obtain patient histories, vital signs, and presenting concerns for emergency evaluations.
• Immediately identify and escalate critical or life‑threatening conditions to the attending veterinarian.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, treatments, and procedures.
• Respond appropriately to STAT cases and emergency situations.
• Perform venipuncture, sample collection, patient restraint, and medication administration as directed by a veterinarian.
• Administer subcutaneous fluids and assist with treatment plans.
• Obtain and process laboratory samples and diagnostic testing.
• Assist with radiographs while following established radiation safety protocols.
• Perform anesthesia and sedation support, including induction, monitoring, and recovery, according to hospital protocols.
• Prepare patients for procedures and treatments.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records using hospital software systems.
• Create treatment estimates and communicate financial information to clients when appropriate.
• Assist with client education, treatment plan discussions, and patient discharge instructions.
• Collaborate with emergency, surgery, imaging, and specialty departments to ensure continuity of patient care.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness, organization, and inventory within assigned work areas.
• Participate in department meetings and contribute to a positive hospital culture.
• Support overall hospital operations and assist with additional duties as needed.

Qualifications

• RVT/LVT/CVT preferred but not required.
• Experienced Veterinary Technicians with a minimum of 2 years of emergency veterinary experience are encouraged to apply.
• Strong understanding of emergency triage and patient assessment.
• Proficiency in venipuncture, patient restraint, medication administration, and sample collection.
• Experience with radiography and laboratory procedures preferred.
• Anesthesia and sedation monitoring experience preferred.
• Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced emergency environment.
• Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• Fluent English speaking and reading skills required; multilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

About Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital

Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital is a leading emergency and specialty referral hospital serving Colorado Springs and surrounding communities. Our team provides 24/7 emergency and critical care services alongside advanced specialty services in surgery and diagnostic imaging.

What makes Southern Rockies unique is our highly collaborative approach to patient care. Emergency doctors and specialists work together as one team, combining their expertise to deliver comprehensive diagnostics and treatment plans for even the most complex cases. This commitment to teamwork, innovation, and compassionate care allows us to consistently provide exceptional outcomes for our patients and clients.

Nearby Communities

Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital attracts Veterinary Technicians from throughout the Colorado Springs region, including:

• Colorado Springs, CO
• Manitou Springs, CO
• Fountain, CO
• Security-Widefield, CO
• Monument, CO
• Falcon, CO
• Peyton, CO
• Black Forest, CO
• Woodland Park, CO
• Castle Rock, CO
• Pueblo, CO

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.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

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.