Ethos Veterinary Health
Veterinary Overnight ICU Technician- Per Diem, SCVIM
ICU - Colorado Springs, CO - Temporary
Veterinary Overnight ICU Technician- Per Diem
Despite our growth, we remain deeply connected to our community, providing personalized care and fostering strong, lasting relationships with our clients. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with advanced technology, including ultrasound, video endoscopy, CT scanning, and chemotherapy services, allowing us to offer comprehensive and compassionate specialty care.
Position Overview:
The Overnight ICU Technician performs a variety of patient and client-care duties, conducts patient assessments and performs procedures and treatments. This person communicates clearly with the veterinarians, other hospital personnel, and clients to ensure that patients receive the care they need. They administer medications, provide supportive care and advanced monitoring. They triage multiple patients admitted into ICU from many of the practices within the Veterinary Specialty Center. Thus, initiating their medical care and providing continued monitoring as instructed in a variety of cases. The Overnight ICU Technician provides patients and clients comfort by keeping the hospital clean and presentable. The Overnight ICU Technician works 12+ hour shifts with a combination of working and on-call shifts.
Compensation:
- $30 - $37/hr, based on experience and skillset
- Provides compassionate patient care, keeping patients clean, dry, and comfortable.
- Alerts the veterinarian(s) to changes in patients’ condition.
- Recognizes patients with contagious disease and follows relevant procedures.
- Provides safe and effective patient restraint.
- Medicates patients by order of prescribing veterinarian or technician.
- Uses proper safety techniques and positioning for radiological procedures.
- Triages patient needs and prioritizes treatments accordingly
- Performs procedures such as IV catheterization and other common treatments.
- Performs venipuncture on all common veins.
- Places urinary catheters
- Places nasal cannulas for oxygen delivery
- Interprets/Monitors ECG’s
- Manages tubes such as chest and feeding tubes
- Assists with and documents patient treatments.
- Walks, cleans, and feeds patients.
- Fills prescriptions accurately; asks for guidance if necessary.
- Runs lab tests as needed in hospital.
- Places nasoesophageal and nasogastric tubes in patients.
- Completes medical records accurately and efficiently.
- Keeps the hospital clean and stocked.
- Launders soiled blankets, towels, and other linens.
- Demonstrates initiative in everyday duties by seeking other work during down times, assisting other employees, and filling in for other employees as needed.
- Troubleshooting of ICU equipment
- Attend ICU meetings
- Performs downtime projects such as organizing/cleaning
- Fill down time with tasks outline on ICU Downtime Duties Checklist
- Education equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade.
- Veterinary Technician Certification (RVT) preferred but not required.
- At least 3 years of recent experience in veterinary medicine, with increasing responsibilities, Specialty experience preferred but not required.
- Preferred 1+ years experience with in-patient management but not required
- Demonstrates ability to accurately manage and record detailed information in medical records and other data-management systems.
- Ability to properly restrain patients.
- Knowledge of spelling and meaning of commonly used veterinary medical terminology and procedures.
- Ability to complete assigned tasks in the time allotted without direct supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to show empathy toward clients and treat animals with respect and compassion.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!
- A commitment to outstanding client service.
If you’re passionate about veterinary care and looking to be part of a dedicated team that values both professional growth and compassionate service, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to join SCVIM and contribute to the well-being of pets in our community!
Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.
Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
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.
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