Registered Veterinary Technician

Pet Services of Washington, P.S.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation and sick time

Continuing education allowance

Pet care discounts

Job summary

VCA Northwest Animal Hospital is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team in a full-time capacity with weekend availability required.

We offer a supportive, growth-oriented environment in a state-of-the-art 4-doctor practice, with a full range of medical services, grooming, and boarding options in the Colorado Springs area.

Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for continuing education as part of a larger veterinary community.

Qualifications

• Graduate from AVMA-accredited veterinary technician program.
• Licensed as a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or equivalent as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Physical examinations and patient assessment.
• Anesthesia monitoring.
• Surgical preparation and assisting.
• Dentistry.
• Radiology.
• Laboratory work.
• Venipuncture.
• Catheter placement.
• Pharmacy.
• Patient recovery.
• Care of hospitalized animals.

Skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program

Tools

Radiology

Surgical assistance

Job description

VCA Northwest Animal Hospital is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team!

Schedule: Full-time, weekend availability necessary

Pay Range: $18.00-$22.00/hour depending on experience.

Application Deadline: 12/30/2026

We are one of the premier practices in the Colorado Springs area. We emphasize a positive, supportive workplace culture that encourages growth. Our technicians are utilized to their fullest potential in our state-of-the-art 4 doctor practice. We believe that mutual respect and compassion for clients, patients, and coworkers are the foundations of good medicine. Providing exceptional client experiences and top-notch patient care are the keys to our success.

Northwest Animal is a full-service AAHA-accredited small animal hospital with gorgeous views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range. We are a full-service hospital that provides wellness, surgical, dental, illness and many other medical services. We also offer boarding , daycare, and grooming to the community.

Qualifications: Technicians must graduate from an AVMA-accredited vet tech program and be licensed as a Registered Veterinary Technician.

At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are looking to add full-time team members to our hospital! We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person's individual skill and personality. There is something special about you and we are excited to learn more! Suggested specific, departmental, practice skills and/or type of environment or character of the practice

Why Join the VCA Northwest Animal Hospital?

We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician career has to offer. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community


• Leadership opportunities


• Career development programs


• Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities


• Continuing education allowance


• Tuition support and sponsorships


• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement


• Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)


• Referral bonuses


• Competitive wage


• Medical, dental & vision insurance


• Generous pet care discounts


• Life, long and short-term disability insurance


• Paid parental leave


• Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time


• 401(k)

Why We Want You!

As a member of the VCA Northwest Animal Hospital, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent-by delivering an outstanding client experience-so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.

You have worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you have invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:

• Physical examinations and patient assessment


• Anesthesia monitoring


• Surgical preparation and assisting


• Dentistry


• Radiology


• Laboratory work


• Venipuncture


• Catheter placement


• Pharmacy


• Patient recovery


• Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.