Registered Veterinary Technician

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) options

CE allowance up to $1,000 annually

Paid time off

Job summary

Festival Animal Clinic in Centennial, CO seeks an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our collaborative team. You will provide exceptional patient care during soft-tissue surgeries and dentals, assist with outpatient visits, and help with client education and discharge instructions.

We offer a 4/10 schedule Monday-Thursday with rotating Saturdays, comprehensive benefits, CE allowance, and pet care perks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of veterinary technician experience.
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Colorado.
• Proficiency in client communication and education; anesthesia induction, monitoring, and troubleshooting; dental prophylaxis, radiography, charting; surgical assistance; outpatient and wellness care.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care during soft-tissue surgical procedures and dentals, including anesthesia management and recovery.
• Perform dental prophylaxis, polishing, full-mouth radiographs, and charting.
• Assist veterinarian during outpatient visits and wellness appointments to maintain efficient exam room workflow.
• Review treatment plans, provide discharge instructions, and address client questions with empathy.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver exceptional patient care in a supportive environment.

Skills

Client communication

Anesthesia monitoring

Dental prophylaxis

IVC placement

Emergency intervention

Surgical assistance

Outpatient care

Education

Active Colorado RVT license

Tools

Radiography

Job description

Festival Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team!

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled, friendly technician who wants to fully utilize their education and expertise while working alongside a collaborative team and building meaningful relationships with clients and their pets. We're looking for someone who takes initiative, has strong attention to detail, and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care.

In this role, you will:

• Provide excellent patient care during soft-tissue surgical procedures and dentals, including patient preparation, anesthesia induction, monitoring and troubleshooting, recovery, and administering emergency medications as needed.
• Perform dental prophylaxis, polishing, full-mouth radiographs, and dental charting.
• Ensure efficient exam room workflow by assisting the veterinarian during outpatient visits, wellness appointments, and technician appointments.
• Review treatment plans, provide discharge instructions, and address client questions with empathy, professionalism, and clear communication.
• Collaborate closely with your team to deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining a positive, supportive, and team-oriented environment.

This position is ideal for detail-oriented technicians with strong surgical and anesthesia experience who are passionate about providing outstanding patient and client care, take initiative in their daily work, and are ready to practice at the top of their license in a supportive, collaborative hospital.

This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Thursday with rotating Saturdays.

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $25 - $29 per hour, for each hour worked*
• CE allowance: up to $1,000 annually based on tenure
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) options
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount and generous pet care benefits
• Hill's and Royal Canin pet food discounts
• Fully stocked breakroom with snacks and light meals to keep you fueled throughout the day

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 5+ years of veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Colorado
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Client communication and education
  • Anesthesia induction, monitoring, and troubleshooting
  • Dental prophylaxis, polishing, radiography, and charting
  • IVC placement
  • Drug calculations and emergency anesthetic intervention
  • Surgical assistance
  • Outpatient and wellness care

Festival Animal Clinic in Centennial, CO, is a thriving three-doctor practice dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-oriented environment. We offer a wide range of services, including wellness care, dentistry, diagnostics, soft tissue surgery, acupuncture, and partner with an orthopedic surgeon to provide advanced surgical care.

Our Registered Veterinary Technicians are empowered to practice at the top of their licensure, fully utilizing their skills while working alongside a collaborative team committed to exceptional patient care. If you're looking for a hospital where your expertise is valued and your career can thrive, we'd love to meet you.

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Posting Date: 05/15/26

The application deadline is at least 5 days after the posting date.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$25 - $29 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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