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Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency

Ethos Veterinary Health·Commerce City, Colorado

$30 - $33/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
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Posted 20 days ago
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About the role

Provide exceptional nursing care for emergency and hospitalized patients, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Collaborate with veterinarians to manage IV fluids, perform phlebotomy, and assist with anesthesia and surgical procedures.

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Registered veterinary technician, emergency cvt/Lvt/Rvt $30 - $33/Hr. | brighton/Commerce city, co

If you're a registered veterinary technician looking to grow your emergency and critical care skills in a fast-Paced, high-Acuity environment, animal urgent care (Auc northeast) offers the opportunity to join a brand-New, state-Of-The-Art 24/7 emergency facility dedicated to keeping pets and families together through exceptional, compassionate care.

Animal urgent care (Auc northeast) is a 9,000 square foot emergency hospital with surgical capabilities, ultrasound, radiology (X-Ray), and inpatient hospitalization. Our team is built on decades of emergency and critical care experience, with a strong commitment to affordability, compassion, and clinical excellence. We serve the surrounding denver metro communities with accessible, high-Quality emergency veterinary medicine while fostering a supportive, growth-Oriented team culture.

  • Compensation
  • $30 – $33/hr. based on experience
  • Schedule
  • Full-Time
  • 4 x10 Hour Shifts or 3 x12 Hour Shifts
  • One Weekend Day Required

Benefits

  • Include
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • HSA / FSA options
  • Life and Disability insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Pet Discount
  • Professional development and continuing education support
  • Tuition assistance programs
  • Uniform stipend

Job Description

ER Registered Veterinary Technicians play a critical role in delivering emergency and intensive patient care in a high-volume veterinary setting. You will work closely with veterinarians and support staff to provide urgent diagnostics, treatment, anesthesia support, and ongoing patient monitoring, while also ensuring compassionate communication with pet owners during stressful situations.

Responsibilities

  • Perform treatments on hospitalized and emergency patients, including medication administration via multiple routes
  • Obtain and monitor vital signs including blood pressure, ECG, temperature, and oxygenation
  • Manage IV fluid therapy, including CRIs and multi-line setups
  • Perform phlebotomy and basic hematology interpretation
  • Place and maintain intravenous catheters
  • Assist with anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Provide transfusion therapy including blood typing and crossmatching
  • Perform CPCR in emergency situations
  • Apply bandages, splints, and wound care management
  • Manage feeding tubes and hospitalized patient care
  • Conduct accurate medical recordkeeping and client communication updates
  • Perform patient intake, discharge, and billing support (EzyVet/SmartFlow experience a plus)
  • Maintain clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment areas

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in veterinary surgery, anesthesia, or emergency care
  • CVT, LVT, RVT, or VTS preferred (pRVT considered)
  • Experience in a fast-paced emergency or multi-doctor hospital required
  • Strong understanding of anesthesia monitoring and patient stability parameters
  • Ability to calculate and administer medications, fluids, and CRIs accurately
  • Experience with venipuncture, catheter placement, and patient restraint
  • Knowledge of aseptic technique and surgical assistance
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to remain composed and effective in high-pressure situations
  • Fluent English (spoken and written required)

About AUC North East Animal Urgent Care (AUC Northeast) is a newly established 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital located in the Brighton/Commerce City area, serving the greater Denver metro region. The facility is designed to expand access to high-quality, affordable emergency care while maintaining a strong focus on compassion, efficiency, and medical excellence.

With advanced diagnostics, surgical capability, and a highly experienced clinical foundation, AUC NE is committed to building a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where veterinary professionals can thrive.

  • Nearby Communities AUC NE attracts Veterinary Technicians from throughout the Denver metro area, including:
  • Brighton, CO
  • Commerce City, CO
  • Denver, CO
  • Thornton, CO
  • Northglenn, CO
  • Westminster, CO
  • Aurora, CO
  • Broomfield, CO
  • Arvada, CO
  • Federal Heights, CO
  • Henderson, CO
  • Lakewood, CO
  • Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Erie, CO
  • Longmont, CO

Know someone amazing? If this role isn't the right fit but you know a great veterinary leader, send them our way! You could earn a $1,250 referral bonus if they're hired.

  • About ethos veterinary health ethos veterinary health, part of the nva group, is where you come to practice world-Class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.
  • Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day.
  • You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-Caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.
  • Here, mentorship is a two-Way street.
  • You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.
  • At ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
  • Join us at ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
  • CANDIDATES CAN CONFIDENTIALLY SUBMIT THEIR CV TO TALENT ACQUISITION PARTNER CRAIG AT CRAIG.RIZZO@ETHOSVET.COM [Craig.Rizzo@ethosvet.com]

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.

Requirements

Requires a CVT, RVT, or LVT certification (or pRVT) with a minimum of 2 years of experience in emergency, surgery, or specialty veterinary medicine. Candidates must be proficient in anesthesia monitoring, venipuncture, and maintaining a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations.

  • professional certificate
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Phlebotomy
  • Wound Care
  • Splinting
  • Client Communication
  • Aseptic Technique
  • Anesthesia Monitoring
  • IV Catheter Placement
  • Medical Record Maintenance
  • Blood Transfusions
  • Laboratory Sample Collection
  • Emergency Nursing Care
  • Bandaging
  • Fluid Therapy Management
  • CPR (RECOVER Guidelines)

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$30 - $33/hr
Location
Commerce City, Colorado
Posted
Jul 8, 2026
Closes
Oct 6, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Ethos Veterinary Health

Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for...

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IndustryVeterinary Services
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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