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

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)•Greenwood Village, CO

3d•$25 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

VEG is hiring an Emergency Credentialed Veterinary Technician to provide emergency veterinary care at its Denver Tech Center hospital. The technician will work with doctors and the care team on cases ranging from minor to complex, delivering skilled nursing care and emotionally intelligent support to patients and their people. The role includes triage, treatments, diagnostics, anesthesia, patient monitoring, and critical care nursing, while helping pet parents through stressful situations. VEG operates hospitals nationwide that are open 24/7, 365 days a year. Its open-concept hospitals handle a wide range of emergency cases, including exotic animals. VEG describes the position as an opportunity to use and develop clinical skills, with access to learning, mentorship, and clinical and leadership programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Credentialed 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 comprehension of practice management software and electronic medical record keeping.
Strong communication skills and the ability to remain 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 recognizing team 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 emergency and critical care (ECC), internal medicine, or anesthesia/analgesia; these credentials may lead to extra compensation considerations.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care to patients and their people, keeping them together and supporting them through tests and treatments.
Deliver nursing care, treatments, and emotional support from triage through discharge.
Administer medications and provide monitoring, including IVs, CRIs, and blood transfusions.
Communicate and collaborate with teammates to shape care plans and keep care flowing.
Perform CPR using RECOVER training.
Perform diagnostics and imaging, collect samples, and place tubes.
Administer 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.
Health and wellness benefits beginning on day one, including QPR training and access to free therapy or counseling.
Potential eligibility for equity after one year of full-time, active employment.
Clinical and leadership programs, unlimited emergency-room continuing education, and a travel stipend.
Annual travel stipend of $2,500 for full-time credentialed VEGgies.
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.
Comfy scrubs, VEG swag, and food in the fridge.