Internal Medicine Registered Veterinary Technician

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) options

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Employee pet care discount

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies seeks an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our Internal Medicine Department in Castle Rock, Colorado. You will collaborate with board-certified internists and technicians to provide high-quality care for complex patients in a fast-paced specialty setting.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of RVT experience, CO licensure, and a passion for compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of veterinary technician experience, preferred in Emergency or Specialty.
• Active and in-good-standing RVT in Colorado.
• Able to work with a specialty team and manage complex cases.

Responsibilities

• Assist with exams, triage, and treatments.
• Client communication and education.
• Safe handling and restraining of patients.
• Support patient stabilization and monitoring.
• Collect diagnostic samples; assist with radiographs, lab work, and ultrasound.
• Communicate discharge instructions to clients.
• Maintain accurate medical records.

Skills

Client communication

Medication administration

IV placement

Venipuncture

In-house lab work

Patient care

Medical records documentation

Discharge instructions

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) – CO

Tools

CT experience

Job description

Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and skilled Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our Internal Medicine Department in Castle Rock, Colorado. If you enjoy advanced veterinary medicine, collaborating with a specialty team, and providing exceptional hands-on patient care, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in veterinary internal medicine.

As an Internal Medicine RVT, you’ll work closely with board-certified internists and fellow technicians to provide high-quality care to complex and critically ill patients. You’ll play an integral role in diagnostics, treatment, patient monitoring, client communication, and overall patient care while helping clients navigate challenging medical situations with compassion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist with exams, triage, and treatments
• Client communication and education
• Safely and low-stress handling and restraining patients
• Support patient stabilization and monitoring
• Collect diagnostic samples and assist with radiographs, lab work, and ultrasound
• Communicate with clients and provide discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate medical records

This position is available full-time or part-time with a flexible schedule. The primary Internal Medicine shifts are Mondays and Tuesdays, with additional set days available to support the Emergency team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $24 – $31 based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) options
• Paid time off
• Continuing education allowance
• Employee pet care discount
• Uniform allowance

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of a veterinary technician experience, preferred in Emergency or Specialty
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in the state of Colorado

Proficient in the following skills

• Client communication and education
• Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
• IVC placement and venipuncture
• In-house lab work
• High-quality patient care
• Accurate medical record documentation and TPRs
• CT experience is preferred but not required

About Us

Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies delivers advanced, compassionate medical care to pets while supporting a trusted network of referring veterinarians throughout the region. Our 10,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility is equipped with CT, ultrasound, digital radiography, an in-house laboratory and pharmacy, and multiple surgical suites. We provide specialty services in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Dentistry.

We are a collaborative, team-oriented practice built on excellence, integrity, and respect, with a strong commitment to utilizing Registered Veterinary Technicians to the fullest extent of their licensure. Our RVTs are valued members of the medical team and are empowered to utilize their knowledge, skills, and clinical expertise to provide exceptional patient care. We are looking for an RVT who wants to be an active and respected part of a specialty team where their expertise is recognized and utilized every day.