Ethos Veterinary Health·Commerce City, Colorado
Deliver emergency and intensive patient care, including diagnostics, treatment, and anesthesia support in a high-volume setting. Manage hospitalized patients, perform medical procedures, and maintain clear communication with pet owners.
Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency Per Diem 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 Per Diem Day Shifts Mid Shifts Overngiht Shifts
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.
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
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.
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
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.
Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in veterinary surgery, anesthesia, or emergency care. A CVT, LVT, RVT, or VTS certification is preferred, along with fluency in English.
Market context
Emergency veterinary teams in Colorado often look for credentialed technicians who can handle fast-paced patient care and support busy caseloads. This per diem role is competitive because employers typically value strong phlebotomy, patient monitoring, independent judgment under pressure, and clear English communication, along with benefits such as medical, dental, vision, PTO, and sick time. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your RVT credential and emergency-care experience match the posting.