Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency Per Diem
Job Description
The Emergency Veterinary Technician provides exceptional nursing care and technical support for critically ill and injured patients in a fast-paced emergency setting. This role works closely with veterinarians to perform advanced diagnostics, treatments, anesthesia monitoring, and supportive care while ensuring compassionate patient care and excellent client communication.
As a key member of the emergency team, you'll play an essential role in triage, stabilization, patient monitoring, and emergency procedures while helping maintain efficient hospital operations during critical cases.
Qualifications
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
- Strong technical skills including venipuncture, catheter placement, medication administration, and patient monitoring.
- Experience with anesthesia monitoring and surgical assistance preferred.
- Knowledge of radiology safety and fluid therapy.
- Experience administering medications via SQ, IM, and IV routes.
- Proficiency in phlebotomy, catheter placement, and patient restraint techniques.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced emergency environment.
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure.
- Fluent English speaking and reading skills required; multilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
About Uintah Pet Emergency
Uintah Pet Emergency is a dedicated emergency veterinary hospital serving Colorado Springs and surrounding communities. Our experienced veterinarians and technicians are passionate about emergency medicine and committed to providing expert care outside of regular veterinary office hours.
Equipped with advanced diagnostic capabilities, a modern surgical suite, and a fully stocked in-house pharmacy, our team is prepared to handle a wide range of medical and surgical emergencies with compassion, skill, and efficiency.
Nearby Communities
Uintah Pet Emergency attracts Veterinary Technicians from throughout the Colorado Springs region, including:
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Manitou Springs, CO
- Fountain, CO
- Security-Widefield, CO
- Momentun, CO
- Black Forest, CO
- Falcon, CO
- Peyton, CO
- Woodland Park, CO
- Castle Rock, CO
- Pueblo, CO
Benefits
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
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.