Registered Veterinary Technician, Emergency Per Diem
Commerce City, COContract$30–$33/hrPosted Jul 22, 2026
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
- 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.
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
- 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)
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