Registered Veterinary Technician

VetCare Animal Hospital (Denver, CO); Denver (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

VetCare Animal Hospital in Denver, CO is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to support outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry. The ideal candidate thrives in a busy general practice and enjoys delivering compassionate, client-focused care across dogs, cats, pocket pets, birds, and reptiles.

You will assist anesthesia, monitor during procedures, perform dental prophylaxis and radiography, maintain medical records, and educate clients on

Qualifications

• 3+ years veterinary technician experience
• Active and good-standing RVT in Colorado
• Proficient in client education and anesthesia care
• Dental prophylaxis and radiography experience
• Venipuncture and IV catheter placement
• Radiology safety and positioning
• Accurate medication administration
• In-house diagnostics and record-keeping
• Safe, low-stress patient handling
• Experience with pocket pets/reptiles preferred

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, assisting, and recovery
• Perform dental prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintain detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Review treatment plans and discharge instructions with clients
• Identify patient concerns and support case management
• Educate clients to build strong relationships

Skills

Client communication

Anesthetic induction

Dental radiography

Venipuncture

Radiology positioning

Medication administration

Lab tests

Medical record documentation

Low-stress handling

Pocket pets & reptiles

Education

Colorado RVT license

Tools

None

Job description

VetCare Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.

We are seeking a versatile, client-focused technician who thrives in a dynamic general practice environment and enjoys the opportunity to make a meaningful impact throughout the patient visit. Our practice cares for a diverse range of patients, including dogs, cats, pocket pets, avian species, and reptiles, offering an engaging caseload where you can utilize and expand a broad range of clinical skills.

In this role, you will play an integral part in both outpatient and procedural workflows, providing compassionate, high-quality care while supporting clients and collaborating closely with the medical team. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical expertise, sound judgment, and communication skills they bring to every aspect of the hospital. Our team is encouraged to utilize their skills, experience, and credentials to their fullest potential while helping elevate the quality of medicine, patient care, and client experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, assisting, and recovery for a variety of species
• Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
• Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
• Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service

This role is ideal for technicians who enjoy variety in their day, are confident moving between exam room and procedure support, and want to fully utilize their clinical knowledge, technical skillset, and client communication abilities in a collaborative general practice environment.

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $ 24 - $29 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Thursday. Weekend availability is occasionally needed to support coverage, though weekend shifts are infrequent.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of [state]
• CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 3+ 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
  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, assisting, and recovery
  • Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
  • Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
  • Radiology positioning and safety protocols
  • Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
  • Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
  • Accurate medical record documentation
  • Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
  • Handling pocket pets, reptiles, and avian experience preferred but willing to train

**Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply

Why choose VetCare Animal Hospital?

Located in Denver, CO, Vet Care Animal Hospital is dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive veterinary care. Our team of five veterinarians sees a diverse range of species, including dogs, cats, pocket pets, avian patients, and reptiles, creating a dynamic and rewarding clinical environment.

We provide a wide range of services, including wellness care, dentistry, surgery, and ongoing management of chronic conditions. Our practice also partners with a board-certified veterinary surgeon to perform orthopedic procedures in-house, providing opportunities to be involved in advanced surgical cases while delivering exceptional patient care.