Registered Veterinary Technician, Overnight Emergency & ICU
Job Description
As an Overnight Veterinary Technician in our Emergency/ICU department, you will play a crucial role in the care and treatment of critically ill and emergency patients. Under the supervision of specialists, emergency doctors, and department leads, you will provide essential triage, nursing, and monitoring, ensuring our patients receive the highest quality care throughout their stay.
Responsibilities
- Patient Care: Triage and manage emergency calls and walk-ins, conduct patient assessments, and provide comprehensive nursing care.
- Medical Procedures: Perform venipuncture, place catheters, and execute emergency procedures such as airway management and oxygen administration.
- Laboratory Work: Process and evaluate lab specimens, run CBCs, coagulation tests, and handle urinalysis.
- Client Communication: Engage with pet owners, provide discharge instructions, and support clients with empathetic communication.
- Maintain and stock ICU/Isolation supplies, ensure a clean and organized work environment, and handle reception tasks as needed.
Qualifications
- Must be CVT, LVT, RVT, or PVT certified in Colorado.
- Experience: Two years in emergency/critical care preferred.
- Skills: Excellent communication, ability to work independently, strong technical skills in veterinary procedures, and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- On-Call Requirement: One shift every 4 weeks after training completion.
- Freshman English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!
About CASE
COLORADO ANIMAL SPECIALTY & EMERGENCY (CASE) is one of the largest and most advanced specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals in the Rocky Mountain region. Our team provides comprehensive emergency and specialty care, utilizing advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities to support pets and their families throughout Colorado. Through collaboration, innovation, and compassionate service, CASE is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the human-animal bond.
Benefits
- Full-Time Benefits Include Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- CE Allowance
- Uniform Allowance
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday = time and a half
- Employee Pet Discount
- 401k
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- HSA/FSA
- Access to VetBloom for RACE-approved continuing education and training
- Licence application and renewal reimbursement for CVTs
- Financial support and onsite mentorship for those pursuing VTS certification
Schedule
Full-Time (Two Positions Available)
Monday – Wednesday: 8pm - 8:30am
Monday – Thursday: 9pm - 7:30am