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Cardiology Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Evolution Veterinary Specialists
  • Lakewood, Colorado
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Cardiology Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) - $1,000 to $3,000 Bonus based on technician level 
    Hourly Pay Rate: $24.00–$35.00/hour (based on experience, technical skill level, and hospital leveling) (Higher compensation opportunities if VTS) 
    Schedule: Full-time opportunities available 
    Location: Lakewood, Colorado 
     
    Evolution Veterinary Specialists (EVS) is hiring an experienced and compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join one of our growing Cardiology team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys advanced medicine, values thoughtful case management, and wants to be part of a collaborative, privately owned specialty and emergency hospital. 
    Our specialty departments provide the opportunity to work closely with board-certified specialists, support complex and rewarding cases, and build advanced technical skills in a patient-focused environment. If you enjoy high-level medicine, strong teamwork, and a hospital culture that values both excellent patient care and the people behind it, we’d love to meet you. 
     
    About the Role 
    As a key member of our Cardiology team, you’ll help deliver thoughtful, skilled care to patients with heart and vascular conditions. This role is ideal for a technician who is detail-oriented, communicative, and excited to grow their technical skills while working alongside experienced clinicians and board-certified specialists. 
     
    What You’ll Do 
    • Provide nursing care for specialty patients within Cardiology 
    • Assist with diagnostics, treatments, procedures, and patient monitoring 
    • Support advanced case management for medically complex and specialty patients 
    • Place and maintain IV catheters and other supportive devices as indicated 
    • Collect and process diagnostic samples accurately and efficiently 
    • Administer medications and treatments as directed 
    • Assist with sedation and anesthesia monitoring as appropriate to department needs 
    • Support patient comfort, safety, and advocacy throughout treatment and hospitalization 
    • Communicate clearly with doctors and team members to support high-quality patient care 
    • Maintain accurate and timely medical records 
    • Support client education and communication in partnership with the clinical team 
    • Support a collaborative, respectful, and team-oriented work environment 
     
    Schedule 
    • Typical schedule: 
    • 4 x 10-hour shifts 
    • Schedule structure may vary based on department placement 
    • Weekend and holiday rotation may apply depending on department needs 
     
    Compensation 
    • $24.000–$35.00/hour 
    • Compensation is based on experience, technical skill level, and hospital leveling criteria 
     
    Requirements 
    Required: 
    • Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license 
    • Active registration with DORA 
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced specialty and emergency hospital environment 
    • Strong communication, teamwork, and patient care skills 
    Preferred: 
    • 3+ years of experience as an RVT, ideally in specialty medicine 
    • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (AS/BS/BA) 
    • BLS and/or ALS CPR certification 
    Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) in Cardiology specialty strongly preferred (will be compensated more) 
     
    Why EVS? 
    Evolution Veterinary Specialists is a privately owned, AAHA-accredited specialty and emergency hospital in Lakewood, Colorado. We are proud to offer advanced medicine in a collaborative environment that values growth, transparency, compassion, and accountability - without the feel of a corporate hospital. 
     
    Our 26,000 sq ft hospital includes: 
    • A 2,500 sq ft ICU with Snyder oxygen units and high-flow oxygen therapy  
    • A newly expanded four-suite surgery center  
    • An on-site blood bank  
    • Specialty procedure suites for endoscopy  
    • Advanced imaging including CT, echocardiography, fluoroscopy
    At EVS, you’ll work alongside experienced ER doctors and board-certified specialists while continuing to build your skills in a hospital that supports both excellent medicine and the people behind it. 
     
    Benefits & Perks 
    • 401(k) with 4% match  
    • Health insurance  
    • 100% covered: Dental, Vision, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Life/AD&D  
    • CE stipend + in-hospital CE opportunities  
    • Employee Assistance Program  
    • Pay OnDemand  
    • Privatized CO PFML  
    • Material and uniform stipends  
    • Team-building events  
    • Pet insurance through Trupanion  
    • PTO starting at 80 hours per year, increasing with years of service  
    Work Environment and Physical Demands
    • This is an active, hands-on role in a fast-paced clinical setting. Team members in this position must be able to: 
    • Lift up to 50 pounds frequently  
    • Stand and walk for extended periods  
    • Kneel, crouch, bend, and stoop regularly  
    • Work around biological hazards and cleaning agents  
    • Operate medical and office equipment  
    • Communicate effectively in a busy and sometimes noisy hospital environment  
     
    Our Mission 
    To provide elevated specialty and emergency veterinary care while fostering a compassionate, collaborative environment that supports pets and the people who care for them. 
     
    Our Core Values (BRITE) 
    • Best Medicine  
    • Respect  
    • Integrity  
    • Teamwork  
    • Empathy  
    Evolution Veterinary Specialists is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all backgrounds and perspectives are valued. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and potential. 
     

     


    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLakewood, Colorado
    Websitehttps://evolutionvet.com/careers/

    Skills

    • Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)unmatched
    • Advanced Life Support (ALS)unmatched
    • Anesthesiologyunmatched
    • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
    • Blood Bankunmatched
    • CPR Certificationunmatched
    • Cardiologyunmatched
    • Case Managementunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Echocardiographyunmatched
    • Emergency Careunmatched
    • Employee Assistance Planunmatched
    • Endoscopyunmatched
    • Fluoroscopyunmatched
    • Health Insuranceunmatched
    • Hospitalunmatched
    • Insuranceunmatched
    • Intensive Careunmatched
    • Intravenous Therapiesunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Medical Equipmentunmatched
    • Medical Officeunmatched
    • Medical Recordsunmatched
    • Medical Treatmentunmatched
    • Medication Administrationunmatched
    • Medicineunmatched
    • Office Equipmentunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Patient Safetyunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Veterinary Medicineunmatched

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