Registered Veterinary Technician - Emergency

Make a real impact in high-stakes veterinary care as an Emergency Technician at Four Seasons Veterinary Specialists.

Working alongside criticalists, emergency clinicians, and specialty teams, you will play a central role in delivering advanced emergency care, administering lifesaving treatments, and advocating for patient comfort. We are seeking a skilled, dedicated technician who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels in collaborative, compassionate care.

If you are looking for a dynamic workplace with continuous learning and deeply rewarding outcomes, join our team!

SCHEDULE: 4, 10 hour shifts. Weekends and weekdays

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Hospital

• Monitor status and well-being of all assigned hospitalized patients
• Assure that all equipment is functioning and in good repair
• Help with cleaning and re-stocking of exam rooms. Make sure that appropriate instruments and equipment are available
• Ensure that cages and runs are clean and disinfected
• Re-stock the hospital area, laboratory, central supply and pharmacy and keep track of inventory
• Maintain hospital cleanliness by performing laundry duties and ensuring the parking lot, west patio, and fenced yard remain orderly
• Administer treatments and oversee care, cleanliness and feeding of patients
• Administer fluid therapy and blood products
• Assist with general anesthesia and medical, imaging and surgical procedures
• Perform specimen collection and laboratory tests, including blood work, microbiology, urinalysis and fecal analysis. Complete administrative tasks for outside laboratory work
• Keep treatment records up to date, and the appropriate veterinarians and staff informed of any changes
• Communicate with clients and other involved parties regarding the status and plan for all assigned hospitalized patients
• Clean, maintain and sterilize instruments, equipment and supplies

Appointments

• Greet clients warmly and weigh the patient
• Escort clients and patients to a clean, prepared exam room; explain the Four Seasons appointment process
• Recognize when an incoming patient requires immediate medical attention and action
• Provide assistance to clients as needed with patient transport from their vehicle into the hospital
• Review and make needed corrections to patient and client information
• Collect comprehensive medical backgrounds, laboratory findings, and all relevant patient data. Ensure diagnostic imaging and radiographs are prepared for immediate review.
• Utilize active listening skills to discern potential questions or concerns and clearly communicate to resolve them proactively; provide comfort and reassurance to distressed clients
• Knowledgably answer questions about hospital services and fees. Promptly refer more specific or in-depth questions to the appropriate veterinarian or staff member
• Review pertinent information with the receiving veterinarian
• Assist with patient restraint and any other needed tasks during the appointment
• Prepare estimates and review with clients; address inquiries with clarity and empathy
• Fill and provide prescribed veterinary pharmaceuticals; offer thorough guidance on proper dosing and address all client inquiries
• Provide comprehensive overview of treatment and follow-up directives; address client inquiries
• Practice patience and kindness; create a trusting bond with each client

Administrative

• Answer questions about our hospital’s services and fees. Refer more specific or in-depth questions to the appropriate staff using established guidelines
• Interact with first-time clients and referring veterinarians with enthusiasm and professionalism; provide helpful hospital information and promote online resource exploration
• Exercise sound clinical judgment to identify patients requiring immediate medical intervention; proactively seek a second opinion to ensure the highest standard of care when uncertain
• Schedule appointments using the computer scheduling program; give pre-appointment instructions using established guidelines

Technical Skills

• Venipuncture
• IV catheter placement
• In-house laboratory analysis (IDEXX) - proper handling of tissue samples for submission, blood smear differential analysis, collection & evaluation of urine samples
• Anesthesia monitoring including ECG, SpO2, etCO2, resp, temp, BP and recognition of common abnormalities
• Fluid therapy – including administration and calculations of rates, CRI’s and ancillary therapies
• Knowledge of pharmaceuticals - proper calculations and administration
• Radiology – including safety, knowledge of DR, patient positioning and restraint
• Knowledge of instrument and equipment cleaning, storage and sterilization methods, including autoclave and ETO

With Four Seasons being a specialty hospital, advanced skills are needed to provide our highest quality of patient care. The candidate may not possess these skills at the time of hire, but training will be provided for the right candidate. A few of these skills include:

• Long line and central catheter placement and care
• Arterial catheter placement and care
• Feeding tube placement, administration and care
• Thoracic tube monitoring and care
• Urinary catheter placement and care
• Blood and blood product administration and monitoring
• Advanced anesthesia monitoring including ventilators, invasive blood pressure, blood gas analysis
• Advanced knowledge of endoscopic, laparoscopic, thoracoscopic, arthroscopic and advanced imaging techniques, equipment and procedures
• Advanced knowledge with specialty dental procedures and equipment
• Advanced knowledge of emergency protocols and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
• Minimum 2 years recent experience in a veterinary practice with increasing responsibility.
• Skilled in animal handling, lifting, restraint, and able to stand for extended periods.
• Proficient in IV catheter placement, blood draws, lab work, anesthesia monitoring, medication administration, and triage.
• Solid knowledge of veterinary procedures and terminology; committed to continued learning.
• Understanding of OSHA, DEA, and animal health regulations.

Preferred:

• 2 years of emergency and/or critical care experience.
• Familiarity with Fear Free handling techniques.
• Experience with Instinct software.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

SAFETY

• Follow OSHA and USP guidelines for safety and handling of hazardous materials
• Follow established hospital safety protocols for animal handling, controlled substances, radiation protection, bite wounds, and equipment use
• Maintain familiarity with federal and state animal health laws, including OSHA and DEA regulations

Why You Should Consider Us

Our Mission: To Provide Excellence in Care with Love.

We achieve this by:

• Practicing the highest quality team-based care;
• Creating one practice within a multi-specialty environment;
• Caring for our patients, each other, our clients, and our family veterinarians;
• Creating a trusting, emotional, and empathetic bond.

As a member of the Four Seasons Veterinary Specialists team, your desire for medicine and kindness for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.

We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, matching retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave, uniforms, continuing education allowances, online training, personal pet care discounts, employee assistance program, onsite wellness coach, great work-life integration and more!

In addition to consistent scheduling and wage increases for retention and job leveling, we also offer a $7.00 shift differential for hours worked between 12:00 AM and 5:00 AM!!

We are an organization that takes pride in our collaboration and cohesion within the workplace and we are excited to add another skilled and motivated individual to our team!

More information about our hospital can be found at

www.4seasonsvetspecialists.com

https://youtu.be/YHfVfHufi-M

www.facebook.com/vetspecialistsloveland

WORK REMOTELY: NO

Pay: $21.00 - $34.90 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• License reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $35