Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician (Overnight) - Denver, CO (Denver Tech Center)

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Greenwood Village, CO

1d•$25 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care in a 24/7 hospital. The technician works with doctors and the care team on cases ranging from minor to complex, delivering compassionate, emotionally intelligent care to patients and their pet parents. The role includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, monitoring, and critical care nursing, with opportunities to use advanced techniques and continue developing clinical skills.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current credential as a Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, LVT, or LVMT) in the state where the VEG practice is located.
At least 1 year of experience in a veterinary technician role.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with practice management software and electronic medical records.
Strong communication skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure and support colleagues.
Fine motor skills for handling patients and medical equipment.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods, kneel, and work on the floor.
Ability to lift up to 25 kg independently and support up to 40 kg with assistance.
Willingness to work in a noisy environment with strong or unpleasant odors.
Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays on a rotating or as-needed basis according to hospital needs.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with people from varied backgrounds and personality types.
Empathy and a people-centric approach.
Humility, including acknowledging mistakes, sharing credit, and supporting the team's accomplishments.
Ownership of work and responsibility for outcomes.
Curiosity and a commitment to learning and developing skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in veterinary technology from an AVMA-accredited program.
Experience in emergency or specialty medicine.
VTS in ECC, internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia; this may lead to additional compensation considerations.

Responsibilities

Provide attentive care to patients and their people throughout tests, treatments, and other stages of care.
Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage through discharge.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate with teammates and help shape care plans and maintain the flow of care.
Perform CPR using RECOVER training.
Perform diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
Provide anesthesia, including for fragile patients.
Use advanced techniques such as central lines, endoscopy, and ultrasounds.

Benefits

Competitive compensation of $25–$51 per hour, based on leveling and experience.
401(k) match.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits starting on day one.
QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time, active employment.
Clinical and leadership learning programs and unlimited emergency-room continuing education.
Annual travel stipend for continuing education: $2,500 for full-time credentialed employees and $1,000 for full-time uncredentialed employees.
Clinical student loan repayment.
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks at 100% of regular salary.
Fertility and family-building care for all types of families.
Flexible work schedules.
Employee referral program.
Scrubs, company swag, and food in the fridge.