Veterinary Technician, Emergency Triage
Ethos Veterinary Health
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Job summary
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC) in Parker, CO is seeking a motivated ER Veterinary Technician to triage and support critically ill patients. The role emphasizes lifesaving care under the ER doctor, patient assessment, and collaboration with the hospital team for optimal outcomes.
The position offers a competitive hourly wage with a $2,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for qualified candidates relocating to the Parker area. Some benefits apply.
Qualifications
- ONE YEAR veterinary technician experience is required.
- Registered Veterinary Technician in Colorado or ability to become registered on hire.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Triage patients in the ER under the direction of the ER doctor.
- Provide history, vitals, and concerns to doctors for timely management.
- Assist DVMs with exams, treatments and procedures.
- Perform standard technician duties (venipuncture, injections, radiographs, meds).
- Sedation and anesthesia per hospital protocols; monitor recovery.
- Maintain paperless medical records using EzyVet and Smartflow.
- Communicate financial discussions and discharge instructions to owners.
- Collaborate with all departments to ensure optimal patient care.
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CVT/RVT/LVT $24 - $32/hr. | $2000 SIGN ON BONUS | RELOCATION BONUS | 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.
- Credentialed Veterinary Technicians: $24-$32 hourly
- $2000 SIGN ON BONUS
- $1,500 RELOCATION BONUS MAY APPLY FOR HIGHLY QUALIFIED REGISTERED TECHNICIANS RELOCATING WITHIN THE PARKER COLORADO AREA!
- 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.
- Full Time
- Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
- Morning Shifts (AM)
The ER Veterinary Triage Technician’s primary responsibility is to triage patients as they present to the Emergency Room according to triage levels. Assess pets and provide immediate lifesaving care under the direction of the ER doctor as required for critical patients. Provide history, vitals, and concerns to doctors to assist in the timely and appropriate management of emergency patients. Works with float technicians and assistants to perform diagnostics, execute a treatment plan and/or hospitalize the patient. Communicate medical updates, financial, and treatment plans to owners.
- Provides excellent patient care to every patient
- Triage patients as they come into the ER with appropriate medical decision making and escalation to ER doctor as appropriate.
- Obtaining history and vital signs of the pet
- Assist DVM’s with exams, treatments and procedures
- Immediately respond to STAT calls and follow the appropriate patient care protocols
- 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
- Perform sedation and anesthesia according to established hospital protocols (induction, maintenance, monitoring and recovery).
- Maintain accurate paperless medical records utilizing EzyVet and Smartflow
- Demonstrate working knowledge of financial and charging practices including creating estimates and discussing with the owners, collecting payment and discharging patients.
- Collaborate with all departments across the hospital to ensure that all patients are receiving the best possible patient care
- Demonstrate compassion and care in all interactions
- Attend department and staff meetings
- 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.
- Great work ethic and positive attitude
- Ability to adhere to strict attendance policies
- Ability to handle fluctuation caseload and emergency situations.
- Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!
- 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.
- 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.
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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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.
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