Registered Veterinary Technician*$1,000 sign on bonus

Caring Hands Animal Hospital - Centreville; 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

PTO and holidays

Employee discount

EAP

Job summary

Indian Tree Animal Hospital in Arvada, CO is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our long‑standing, high‑quality care team. You will assist veterinarians during exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and patient recovery, and you will communicate clearly with pet owners about care instructions and updates.

We offer a competitive hourly salary of $29.00–$32.00 with a $1,000 sign‑on bonus, full‑time hours (38–40 per week), and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental,

Qualifications

• Active Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification.
• Confidence and compassion in animal handling and restraint.
• 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.

Education

Active RVT certification

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician

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.

We’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician who shares that passion — someone who brings technical excellence, genuine dedication, and a commitment to delivering the highest quality care to every patient.

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

You’ll play a hands‑on role in delivering the comprehensive, high-quality care our clients and patients count on:

• 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.

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