Registered Veterinary Technician

Western Veterinary Partners; South Dakota; On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

CE allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Loving Family Animal Hospital in Aurora, Colorado, is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to support outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry. You will balance exam room care with client communication and hands-on anesthesia, surgical assistance, and radiography in a collaborative general practice setting.

The ideal candidate brings strong clinical knowledge, compassionate communication, and a commitment to high‑quality patient care

Qualifications

• 5+ years of veterinary technician or veterinary assistant experience preferred.
• Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Colorado.
• Proficiency in anesthesia, dentistry, radiography, and surgical support.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows.
• Perform anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery.
• Assist in surgery and dental procedures, including radiography.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients.
• Identify patient concerns and support efficient case management.
• Build strong client relationships through education and attentive service.

Skills

Anesthetic induction

Surgical assistance

Dental prophylaxis

Radiography

Venipuncture

IV catheter placement

Medical record keeping

Client communication

Birds and pocket pets

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician

Job description

Loving Family 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 - balancing exam room care, client communication, and hands‑on procedural support. We value credentialed technicians for the clinical knowledge, judgment, and communication skills they bring across all areas of the hospital, helping elevate the quality of medicine, client experience, and patient care.

In this position, you will play a key role in both outpatient and procedural workflows, contributing to a consistent, high standard of care throughout the patient visit.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Assisting in surgery
• 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: $23.00 - $29.00 per hour
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good‑standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Colorado
• 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
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

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

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 5+ yearsof veterinary technician experience or veterinary assistant experience preferred

• Active and good‑standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Colorado **

• Proficiency in the following skills:

  • Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
  • Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
  • 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
  • Safe, low‑stress patient handling and restraint techniques
  • Experience with birds and pocket pets preferred

**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 Loving Family Animal Hospital?

Loving Family Animal Hospital , located in Aurora, Colorado, is an AAHA-accredited practice committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care in a compassionate, low‑stress environment. Our team of four experienced veterinarians and dedicated support staff provide personalized care for dogs, cats, birds, and pocket pets , emphasizing fear‑reducing handling techniques that help patients feel safe and comfortable throughout every visit.

We offer a comprehensive range of services, including preventive care, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, ultrasound, and laser therapy, allowing us to provide high‑quality medical care tailored to each patient’s needs. At Loving Family Animal Hospital, we take pride in building lasting relationships with our clients while fostering a collaborative, supportive workplace where exceptional patient care is always the top priority. If you’re looking to join a respected practice that values teamwork, continuous learning, and compassionate medicine, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

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

Pay Range

$23—$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.