Registered Veterinary Technician ***$1,000 sign on bonus

Indian Tree Animal Hospital; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

License reimbursement

CE assistance

Uniform allowance

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Flexible holidays

Employee discount

EAP

Job summary

Indian Tree Animal Hospital in Arvada, CO is seeking a dedicated Registered Veterinary Technician to join our established veterinary team. This full-time role supports veterinarians through exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and patient recovery, and includes patient restraint and client communication.

We offer license reimbursement, CE support, uniform allowance, 401(k) with company matching, health, vision, and dental insurance, plus PTO and EAP. Apply to join our modern, high-standard practice.

Qualifications

• Active RVT certification.
• Confidence and compassion in animal handling and restraint.
• Working knowledge of common disease states and ability to flag changes in patient condition.
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians through exams, surgeries, anesthesia administration, and patient recovery.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Communicate clearly with pet owners — from explaining care instructions to providing reassuring updates.
• Perform technical procedures including lab work, radiographs, IV catheter placement, and injections.
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing.
• Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready.
• Uphold hospital, DEA, OSHA, and safety guidelines at all times.

Skills

RVT certification

Animal handling

Patient safety awareness

Lab work

Injections

Communication with clients

Safety protocols

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification

Job description

Indian Tree Animal Hospital | Arvada, CO | Full-Time

Join Arvada's Well-Established Veterinary Team

Since 1990, Indian Tree Animal Hospital has been a pillar of the Arvada community — delivering modern, comprehensive veterinary care at our state-of-the-art facility just minutes from downtown Denver. We're passionate about providing expert care and hold ourselves to a high standard in everything we do.

Registered Veterinary Technician
Indian Tree Animal Hospital | Arvada, CO | Full-Time
Join Arvada's Well-Established Veterinary TeamSince 1990, Indian Tree Animal Hospital has been a pillar of the Arvada community — delivering modern, comprehensive veterinary care at our state-of-the‑art facility just minutes from downtown Denver. We're passionate about providing expert care and hold ourselves to a high standard in everything we do.

Schedule & Compensation

• Salary: $29.00 – $32.00/hour ***$1,000 sign on bonus
• Hours: 38–40 hours per week
• Availability needed: Monday–Thursday 7am–8:30pm, Friday 7am–6:30pm, Saturday 7am–4:30pm
• Must be available for at least 2 closing shifts per week and every other Saturday

What You'll Do

• Support veterinarians through exams, surgeries, anesthesia administration, and patient recovery
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Communicate clearly with pet owners — from explaining care instructions to providing reassuring updates
• Perform technical procedures including lab work, radiographs, IV catheter placement, and injections
• Maintain accurate medical records and assist with medication dispensing
• Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment clean, stocked, and ready
• Uphold hospital, DEA, OSHA, and safety guidelines at all times

What You Bring

• Active Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification
• Confidence and compassion in animal handling and restraint
• Working knowledge of common disease states and the ability to flag changes in patient condition
• Familiarity with DEA, OSHA, and hospital safety protocols

To Support You and Your Career, We Offer:

• License reimbursement
• Continuing education assistance and CE pay
• Professional development opportunities
• Uniform allowance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off and flex time for holidays
• Employee discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Indian Tree Animal Hospital

Indian Tree Animal Hospital has been a highly established presence in the Arvada community since 1990. We're a modern, full-service practice with a deep passion for providing expert veterinary care — combining the latest technology and evidence-based medicine to deliver comprehensive, high-quality outcomes for every patient. We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive team and community, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

We are dedicated to establishing a culture that celebrates all forms of diversity and allows us to be an inclusive service provider in this community.