Registered Veterinary Technician at South Platte Veterinary Hospital

South Platte Veterinary Hospital; Sheridan (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits (401k, Roth 401k)

Job summary

South Platte Veterinary Hospital in Sheridan, CO is seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician who is high-energy and patient-focused to join our growing team. You will assist veterinarians in exams, surgeries, and treatments while providing exceptional client education and compassionate patient care.

We offer a supportive team, opportunities for VTS specialization, flexible scheduling, and a riverfront location with trail access for your well-being.

Qualifications

• Licensed veterinary technician in good standing.
• Strong communication with clients and team.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with exams, surgeries, and procedures.
• Take histories, vital signs, and weights; educate clients.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor during procedures.
• Collect samples and perform in-hospital lab tests.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communication

Active Listening

Organization

Client Satisfaction

Education

State license to work as a veterinary technician

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Practice

South Platte Veterinary Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Sheridan, CO, and surrounding areas. We offer a full range of veterinary services at affordable prices. Our services include vaccinations, spay and neuters, blood work, x-rays, dental services, general surgery, and routine veterinary services.

More about the Role

The workplace culture you’ve actually been looking for.

Ifyou’reseeking a practice that combines high-level medicine with a team thatactually enjoysworking together,South Platte Veterinary Hospitalis calling.We’reseeking aCredentialed Veterinary Technicianwho is high-energy, obsessed with patient care, and ready to be a key part of our growing team.

The Real Setup

We started as "Rocky Monster Vet Care," a rescue-focused clinic, and that mission still drives everything we do.We’relocatedright on theSouth Platte River—which means the hiking/biking trail isliterally outsideour door for your mid-day resets. We are a 3-doctorGP that balances top-tier medicine with a genuine commitment towork-life balanceand a flexible schedule.

WhyYou’llLove It Here:

• Radical Transparency:Wedon’tbelieve in "gatekeeping" costs. We prioritize price transparency so clients can make informed decisions for their pets without the stress of surprises.

• Dentistry & Anesthesia:We are about to launch aLow-Cost Dental Program. Ifyou’rean anesthesia nerd or looking to become aVTS in Dentistry, we provide the perfect environment tospecialize.

• Community Roots:We celebrate our rescue origins by hosting adoption events, holiday parties, and open houses.We’redeeply embedded in our local community.

• Affordable Wellness:We focus on making routine care accessible so pets live longer and owners can save their funds for unexpected diagnostics or illness.

• The Culture:We take our medicine seriously, but we keep the atmosphere light. Expectimpromptu dance parties, regulartwerking, and a team that builds each other up every shift.

WhatWe’reLooking For:

• The Credentials:Current CVT, RVT, or LVT status.

• The Skills:A passion foranesthesia, laser therapy, and dental health.

• The Mindset:You’reflexible, collaborative, and ready to help us continue building this practice.

• The Heart:You believe in doingwhat’sbest for the patient, every single time.

The Perksat a Glance:

• Growth: Support for VTS specialization and advanced dental training
• Location: Beautiful riverfront views and trail access for your mental health
• Balance: A flexible schedule that respects your life outside of the clinic
• Atmosphere: A 3-doctor practice where fun is a requirement, not an option

Let’sbuild something together.

If you want a career where you cangrowyour technical skills and still have a blast on the floor, we want to meet you.

Competencies

• Patience & Compassion:Remaining professional while still making teammates, clients, and patients feel as comfortable as possible regardless of the situation or challenges presented. Responding quickly and calmly to crisis while maintaining a high standard of patient care.
• Collaboration & Teamwork:Carefully coordinating actions with veterinarians and practice team members. Providing feedback appropriately and in a timely manner. Quickly incorporating feedback to ensure positive results. Sharing ideas and being open to other’s ideas.
• Communicating: Conveying instructions to clients and teammates to ensure successful patient care.
• Active Listening:Following the instructions of veterinarians and sometimes patient owners. Picking up on the needs of veterinarians and teammates based on prior experiences and feedback.
• Organization Skills: Clear tracking of lab specimens, medications, patient instructions, workflow, and other job‑related items while managing multiple patients and clients.
• Client Satisfaction:Ensuring all activities and interactions result in the highest level of client satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery and other tasks as needed.
• Assist veterinarians in outpatient exams by taking histories, vital signs, and weights, as well as providing client education.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs of the patient during surgery.
• Obtain blood, stool, and other samples; perform in-hospital laboratory testing and prepare specimens for outside laboratories.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs following proper safety procedures.
• Provide basic animal handling and restrain animals during exams.
• Administer and monitor medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments at the discretion of the veterinarian.
• Clean and straighten exam rooms, treatment, and lab areas; restock exam rooms with supplies. Assist other team members to keep the public areas of the practice clean; clean and maintain all medical equipment.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism in all interactions with clients; exercise compassion and care in all interactions with patients.
• Communicate with veterinarians and practice team members including client discussions, patient plans, client concerns, etc.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

• State license to work as a certified/licensed/registered veterinary technician in state of desired employment
• Ability to lift patients and carry equipment up to 25 pounds; ability to lift patients or carry equipment over 25 pounds with assistance
• Practice OSHA safety techniques including proper PPE
• Basic computer skills, familiarity with MS office applications, etc.
• Basic math and ability to calculate medication dosages
• Strong communication skills to ensure patient safety

Benefits Offered

• Paid time off
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement benefits (401k, Roth k and matching)
• Bonus incentive
• Career and professional development
• State licensing fee reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program

Benefits offered may vary depending on full or part time employment status according to company policy.

Pay Range

USD $22.00 - USD $27.00 /Hr.