Lead Veterinary Technician

Sploot Veterinary Care; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) match

Healthcare

Paid parental leave

Licensure reimbursement

CE stipend

Free scrubs

Pet care perks

Job summary

Sploot Veterinary Care in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, is seeking an experienced RVT to join our urgent care and general practice team. You will support veterinarians with surgery prep, anesthesia, treatments, and diagnostics.

This role emphasizes mentorship, collaborative care, and flexible shifts with no overnights, plus competitive pay and strong pet care benefits.

Join us to help shape the future of veterinary medicine while enjoying work-life balance and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Colorado RVT license or allowed credentials for practice.
• Minimum 4+ years veterinary technician experience.
• Experience in urgent/emergency care.
• Dentistry and anesthesia experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, and procedures.
• Guide clients and explain care plans and at-home instructions.
• Perform blood draws, lab tests, radiographs, vaccines, and wound care.
• Maintain digital records with AI scribe and keep equipment sterile.
• Mentor assistants and support the team in a fast-paced clinic.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Compassionate care

Urgent care experience

Education

Colorado RVT license

Tools

CoVET AI Scribe

Laparoscopic surgery suite

Dental radiography

Job description

Step Into Leadership. Shape the Future of Vet Medicine.

No Overnights | Flexible Shifts | Pet Benefits | Urgent Care + General Practice

Sploot Veterinary Care is rewriting the rules of veterinary medicine, and your next role could be part of it!

The Sploot Difference

At Sploot, we believe that cared for teams provide better medicine. By prioritizing support, mentorship, and work-life balance, our medical teams provide the Gold Standard of veterinary care to our clients.

• Sustainable Schedules: 10 or 12 hours shifts with varying days per week, with no overnights
• Mentorship at Every Stage: work alongside a phenomenal team of doctors and nurses who are here to answer your questions and provide guidance on a daily basis
• Tech-Forward Tools: utilize Sploot’s modern tools for modern care, including a laparoscopic surgery suite and CoVET AI Scribe to handle note-taking
• Unique Case Mix: practicing both urgent care and general practice, no day is ever the same
• Exceptional Pet Benefits: get care either free, at cost, or deep discounts for up to 5 of your own pets

Who You Are

• Registered Veterinary Tech (Colorado): RVT, CVT, or LVT with a current Colorado license. Credentials required.
• Clinical Experience: 4+ years of vet tech experience.
• Team-First Mindset: Collaborative, communicative, and willing to jump in where needed. No ego - just great care.
• Organized & Proactive: Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail and a knack for improving processes.
• Compassionate & Growth-Oriented: Gentle with pets, respectful with clients, and motivated to keep learning and improving veterinary care.
• Experience in urgent or emergency care
• Experience in dentistry and anesthesia required

What You’ll Do

• Clinical Partnership: Support veterinarians with surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, treatments, and diagnostics.
• Client Education & Support: Guide and reassure pet parents by clearly explaining care plans and at-home instructions.
• Technical & Lab Skills: Perform blood draws, lab tests, IV catheter placement, radiographs (including dental), medication/vaccine administration, and assist with wound care.
• Clinic Operations: Maintain accurate digital records (with AI scribe support), restock supplies, and keep equipment clean and sterilized.
• Culture & Mentorship: Live our core values through open communication, teamwork, and a positive, solutions-focused mindset - while mentoring assistants and supporting the team.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive Pay: $31–$33/hour, plus 1.5x pay on Sploot-recognized holidays.
• 401(k) Retirement: Company match to support your future.
• Healthcare: Health, Dental, and Vision with a generous employer contribution; HSA available.
• PTO & Parental Leave: 80 hours of PTO (increasing with tenure) and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Licensure & CE: Full reimbursement for Colorado technician licensure and up to 10 hours of CE annually.
• Free Scrubs & Snacks: Sploot-branded FIGS scrubs, unlimited snacks, and regular team events.
• Pet Care Perks: Generous benefits for your own fur babies.
• Note: Benefits may vary based on experience or qualifications.

At Sploot, we’re building the future of vet med one clinic, one case, and one team member at a time. Join our team and discover how fun, fulfilling, and supportive a veterinary career can be.

According to Colorado state law, our company practices continuous hiring, ensuring equal opportunity employment and ongoing consideration for qualified candidates. We welcome applications year-round and are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.