A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.
We Want You! Colorado Veterinary Specialty Group is in search of dynamic individuals to be a valuable part of our independently-owned, innovative, and welcoming veterinary team. Here's what we are looking for: A Colorado State Registered Veterinary Technician license holder Have at least one year of veterinary emergency or ICU experience Are proficient in calculations (drugs, constant rate infusions, unit conversions, etc.) Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills Why CVSG?
Work-Life Balance :
Enjoy a three or four-day work week with a set schedule to allow you to reliably plan your life outside work. Medicine that
Matters :
Work with ER DVMs and a group of board-certified specialists who collaborate to support care for our patients. Use state-of-the-art medical equipment and a cloud-based PMS and enjoy technology-focused systems that make delivering patient care effective and efficient.
Competitive Compensation:
We offer competitive wages ( a $3/hr. overnight differential) along with a robust benefits package including health insurance and a 401k. Independently owned and operated ; we work here, too! What you'll do: Perform treatments on hospitalized patients including the administration of medications by various routes Obtain vitals, blood pressure, ECG, and other monitoring parameters Monitor hydration status, administering CRI's, setting up IV fluids with multiple lines, etc. Use phlebotomy skills and have a basic knowledge of hematology and "normals" Perform in-house laboratory testing and prepare samples for outside laboratory testing Use your knowledge of anesthetic drugs, protocols, and anesthesia monitoring to care for patients before, during, and after surgeries Communicate with clients Provide client education including, but not limited to: home care instructions, medications (indications, adverse reactions) and general wellness updates on hospitalized patients Fill prescription medications Place and maintain intravenous catheters, central lines, and PICC lines Carry out transfusion therapy including blood typing and cross matching Care for and maintain feeding tubes Place male and female urinary catheters Place nasal O2 line Prepare patients for ultrasound and CT scans, including gathering history Record and deliver organized rounds, discuss cases and communicate additional information as necessary Assist DVM with patient assessment, treatment and procedures
CPCR CVSG
is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$27.00 - $33.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) matching Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance License reimbursement Paid time off Professional development assistance Uniform allowance
Experience:
emergency veterinary care: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
Colorado veterinary technician license (Required) Ability to
