ER Veterinary Technician
$20/hr. - $33/hr. (Dependent on Experience & RVT Level)
**SIGN ON BONUS**
Day Shift - $1000
Swing Shift - $1500
Education And ExperienceREQUIRED: Active CO state CVT license and DORA registration.
Preferred: College AS/BS/BA
Experience: Minimum 2 years experience required*
Preferred: Minimum 1 year ER experience
Job SummaryWe are looking for a Veterinary Technician to join our ER. Come work at a hospital that is focused on patient care, communication, and education! EVS is a privately owned specialty and emergency hospital with Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Exotics, Oncology, Ophthalmology, and Radiology. An ideal candidate will have a focus on gold-standard medicine and patient care, the technical skills to facilitate them, and the desire to learn and grow within their practice. The Veterinary Tech will be responsible for in-hospital patient care, triage, and outpatient ER care responsibilities. We also encourage and support specialty certificates and VTS certifications.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Greet clients, obtain patient's current body weight, reason for visit and brief history.
Triaging incoming patients and managing clients throughout their visit
Basic animal husbandry
Partnering with DVM’s in patient assessment, diagnostics, treatments, and proceduresObtaining and processing laboratory samples such as blood, urine, free fluid, and fine needle aspirates.
Perform and assist with all aspects of animal restraint for exams and procedures.
Perform all types of restraint, venipuncture for all types of blood work. Administer SQ fluids, medications, etc. per doctors’ orders.
Place and monitor IV catheters and assist with surgical equipment monitoring (anesthesia, ventilator, fluid pump, etc.)
Monitoring of patients behavior and condition over time in hospital and alerting doctors and other technicians to significant changes
Documenting of medications, procedures and administering treatments of patients while hospitalized
Complete estimates, basic record keeping, and update patient charges
Other duties as needed
GENERAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Comfort and interest working with animals of all types, including exotic species such as snakes, lizards, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, ferrets, and turtles.
Commitment to doing the best job possible at all times and under all circumstances
Confidence in working independently and making appropriate, informed decisions
Prioritization of safety and care in the operation of all equipment and handling of all patients
Adaptability to new environments, situations, practices, and challenges
Excellent communication to clients, teammates, supervisors, subordinates, and any other hospital staff.
Enthusiasm for knowledge, innovation, learning, and growth in all aspects on the job
Dedication to the EVS company values of gold standard medicine, respect, integrity, and a team oriented approach
Full-Time Benefits:
(Eligible after 90-day probation period)
Insurance Benefits (Employees Only).
Anthem Health Care – 61%
Dental & Vision – 100%
Long-Term/Short-Term Disability – 100%
Life/ADD – 100%
DCA, FSA, HAS Access – tax-free money for Health Care, Dependent Care and Commuter Reimbursements (Bus, Vanpool, Parking, Lyft, etc.).
Privatized Colorado Paid Family Leave Plans.
School Activities Leave. (for parents).
Front Loaded PTO. 80 hours/2 weeks per calendar year prorated to date of hire.
Accumulated Sick time.
CE & Other Reimbursements.
Uniform & personal equipment.
CE (travel, registrations, accommodations) per handbook and Paycor.
Pet Insurance Program. TruPanion.
1st Pet – 100%
2nd Pet – 50%
3rd Pet – 25%
401k Matching. Up to 4% with 5% contribution.
Schedule:
A full-time EVS employee averages at least 36 hours per work week. Hours may vary and depend on the needs of the hospital and administrative staff. A typical schedule for this position consists of 4 x 10 hour shifts weekly.
Reports to: ER Supervisor
Employment Status: Full-Time
Supervisory Role: No
Evolution Veterinary Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation. We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.