Registered Veterinary Technician at South Platte Veterinary Hospital

Heartland Veterinary Partners LLC; Sheridan (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Bonus incentive

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 support veterinarians in exams, anesthesia, and dentistry while upholding compassionate patient care.

We offer a collaborative culture with flexible scheduling, a riverfront setting, and opportunities for VTS specialization and dental training as the clinic expands services.

Qualifications

• Current CVT, RVT, or LVT status in the relevant state.
• Interest in anesthesia, laser therapy, and dental health.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to stay organized while handling multiple patients and clients.
• Commitment to high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in veterinary medicine, surgery, and related tasks.
• Take histories, vital signs, and weights during outpatient exams and educate clients.
• Prepare patients for surgery and monitor vital signs intraoperatively.
• Collect samples and perform in-hospital lab testing as needed.
• Take, develop, and maintain radiographs with proper safety procedures.
• Assist with patient handling and restraining during exams.
• Administer medications, anesthesia, vaccines, and treatments as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and stocking of exam rooms and labs; assist team members as needed.
• Demonstrate warmth, courtesy and professionalism with clients and patients.

Skills

Patience & Compassion

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communicating

Active Listening

Organization Skills

Client Satisfaction

Education

State license as CVT/RVT/LVT

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.

If you’re seeking a practice that combines high-level medicine with a team that actually enjoys working together, South Platte Veterinary Hospital is calling. We’re seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician who 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’re located right on the South Platte River - which means the hiking/biking trail is literally outside our door for your mid-day resets. We are a 3-doctor GP that balances top-tier medicine with a genuine commitment to work-life balance and a flexible schedule.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Radical Transparency: We don’t believe 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 a Low-Cost Dental Program. If you’re an anesthesia nerd or looking to become a VTS in Dentistry, we provide the perfect environment to specialize.

• Community Roots: We celebrate our rescue origins by hosting adoption events, holiday parties, and open houses. We’re deeply 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. Expect impromptu dance parties, regular twerking, and a team that builds each other up every shift.

What We’re Looking For:

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

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

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

• The Heart: You believe in doing what’s best for the patient, every single time.

The Perks at 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’s build something together.

If you want a career where you can grow your 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