Description
A full-time Technician position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
Animal ER Care, LLC is an independent, long-standing emergency practice in the Front Range of Colorado. As a busy VECCS II and AAHA-accredited emergency hospital, we are seeking experienced emergency and critical care technicians to provide skilled and compassionate care for our patients; RVT/CVT/LVT preferred but not required.
Our emergency practice is located within the Veterinary Specialty Center complex, which houses multiple specialty practices, including Southern Colorado Veterinary Internal Medicine, Mountain View Veterinary Surgery, Animal Dental Care and Oral Surgery, Animal Allergy and Dermatology, and Colorado Canine Orthopedics. We work collaboratively with our neighboring practices to provide well-rounded care to our patients. Some of the services available to the patients within the specialty center include emergency stabilization of trauma and acute illness, continued care through internal medicine for chronic/advanced illness, CT and endoscopy, advanced orthopedic care, soft-tissue surgery, oncology, specialty dentistry, and more. Animal ER Care’s doctors practice gold-standard medicine through conversations with owners, working together in a supportive environment to ensure we provide comprehensive care to all pets.
One such example is the lifesaving care our team provided for K-9 Roam with CSPD.
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Outpatient - As an outpatient technician your focus will be on assessment of critical triages, patient care and stabilization, critical care monitoring, induction and monitoring of sedation and anesthetic procedures, as well as any outpatient treatments. This position requires critical thinking skills related to disease processes, prioritization of multiple cases at once, managing times of limited staff support, and managing critical patients with knowledge and confidence.
ICU Technician - Our ICU technicians are dedicated to the continued care of emergent and critical cases within our busy ICU. Primary responsibilities include supportive care and advanced monitoring of hospitalized patients with various disease processes both acute and chronic, treatments including blood and plasma transfusions, advanced care of infectious patients (parvo, respiratory isolation), etc. ICU technicians play a vital role in communicating patient status and status changes to the veterinarian in a timely manner, as well as educating and updating the client on the status of their beloved family member. As ICU accepts cases from all specialty center services, multiple patients may be admitted simultaneously, which requires the ability to assess and prioritize patient care and immediate needs.
Triage / Client Advocate (CA) - Our Client Advocate’s primary responsibilities include patient assessment upon presentation to the hospital, placing patients in the triage line based upon status of each pet, presentation of estimates for care, provide client education, and act as the liaison between the client and the doctor when appropriate. This position is an essential part of the client experience therefore you must have excellent communication skills, knowledge of veterinary medicine, and excellent multi-tasking and critical-thinking skills.
Animal ER Care offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid life and LTD insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid Vacation and Sick Leave, and a balanced work schedule.
Requirements
Minimum of 5 years as a veterinary technician and/or 3+ years in emergency medicine
VTS in Emergency and Critical Care (or realistic goal to obtain VTS) is ideal but not required.
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability tomaintaincomposure during times of highstress
Excellent communication skills and experience in client education
Must be able to excel in a team-oriented environmentand work well with all members of the hospitalteam
Must be able to work12 hourshifts
Ability to work evenings, weekends, andholidays
Must be able to lift animals up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods of time,and be able to bend orcrouch for restraint of patients.
Physical Effort: Work requires lifting and carrying animals up to 50lbs unassisted. Any animals above 50lbs will require other staff members’ assistance. You must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Some patients may require restraint on the floor and, therefore, must be able to be in a bent position for a long period of time. Must be able to move swiftly during an emergency.
Working Conditions: May be exposed to physical harm such as bites, scratches, and contagious diseases; and will be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, & animals.
