Registered Veterinary Technician or Experienced Assistant

Aspen Grove Vet; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition support

CE allowance

License reimbursement

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

vision

Paid time off

Pet discounts

Uniform allowance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Aspen Grove Veterinary Care in Fort Collins is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join a busy small animal practice. Full-time or part-time with a flexible 4-day work week and rotating Saturdays.

You’ll perform anesthesia monitoring, in-house diagnostics, and client education, with room to grow as the team expands. We offer competitive pay $20–$25/hour, 401(k) matching, tuition support, CE allowances, license reimbursements, and extensive

Qualifications

• RV T credential welcomed but not required.
• Experience in small-animal practice preferred.
• Strong communication and precise medical record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Monitor anesthesia during surgical/dental procedures.
• Perform venipuncture and in-house diagnostics.
• Assist with imaging (radiographs, ultrasound) and patient care.
• Care for hospitalized/critical patients and medications.
• Educate clients on care plans and preventive medicine.

Skills

Veterinary patient care

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

Record-keeping

Education

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) credential

Tools

In-house diagnostics

Imaging (digital radiography/ultrasound)

Laboratory testing

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician or Experienced Assistant

Aspen Grove Veterinary Care is Hiring a Registered Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant!

Role: Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) or Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Status: Full-time or Part-time

Salary: $20 - $25 per hour based on experience and licensure

Schedule: Flexible 4-day work week with rotating Saturday shifts (1-2 per month)

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee pet discounts

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state veterinary technician license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, professional development opportunities, and uniform allowance

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program

Ready to become a Grover? Want a role where your skills are fully put to work, your hospital has the tools to back you up, and your team feels like family?

Aspen Grove Veterinary Care is a busy, fast-growing small animal practice in beautiful Fort Collins. Our services range from annual vaccines and wellness visits to internal medicine, surgery, and urgent care, so no two days look the same.

We’re looking for a Registered Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant who loves hands‑on patient care as much as connecting with clients. Whether you’re an RVT or a skilled vet assistant ready for more responsibility, you’ll find room to grow here.

Why Our Veterinary Technicians and Assistants Love It Here

• You’ll use your skills. Our veterinary nurses are used to their fullest potential. That means anesthesia, diagnostics, imaging, and hospitalized patient care, not just restraint.
• You’ll have great equipment. Digital radiography, digital dental radiography, ultrasound, therapy laser, CO2 surgical laser, ECG, doppler blood pressure, CryoPen, Tono‑Pen, critical care oxygen kennels, and a full‑service in‑house lab.
• Every day is varied. Wellness, internal medicine, surgery, and urgent care keep things interesting and keep you learning.
• We’re a growing practice. As we grow, there’s more room to grow with us.
• It feels like family. Our team takes well‑being seriously and supports each other.
• We help with the extras, including a $250 annual uniform allowance and a CE allowance to keep sharpening your skills.
• You’ll live and work in Fort Collins, a great place to work and play.

What Our Veterinary Technicians and Assistants Do

• Monitor patients under anesthesia during surgical and dental procedures
• Perform venipuncture and blood draws, and run in‑house lab diagnostics
• Assist with diagnostic imaging, including radiographs, dental radiographs, and ultrasound
• Care for hospitalized and critical patients, including treatments and monitoring
• Assist with surgery, urgent care cases, and internal medicine workups
• Write clear, accurate medical notes
• Educate clients on care plans, home care, and preventive medicine
• Deliver an outstanding, compassionate experience for every client and patient
• Work closely with veterinarians and teammates to keep the day running smoothly

Responsibilities may vary based on hospital needs as well as your experience, training, certifications, credentials, and assigned responsibilities.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience as a veterinary technician or veterinary assistant in a small animal setting
• Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) credential is welcomed but not required
• Strong technical skills, including anesthesia monitoring, blood draws, in‑house diagnostics, and imaging
• Excellent client service and communication skills
• Accurate, organized medical record‑keeping
• The ability to stay calm and focused in a busy, fast‑paced practice
• A team‑player attitude and a genuine love for animals and their people
• The ability to stand for extended periods and lift and restrain animals of varying sizes

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full‑time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short‑and‑long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full‑time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free or discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• State veterinary technician license reimbursement
• VTNE exam fee reimbursement
• Continuing education allowance
• Six paid holidays (full‑time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

If you’re a Registered Veterinary Technician or Experienced Veterinary Assistant looking for a hospital that values your skills, invests in great equipment, and treats its team like family, we’d love to meet you. Learn more about us at www.AspenGroveVet.com.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Aspen Grove Veterinary Care and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.

Prioritize your work‑life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well‑being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well‑being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work‑life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Training & Development

Unleash your potential and foster professional growth through our comprehensive education and training programs.

• Vetcor University - training for skill development and career growth
• CE Allowance and opportunities
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital
• VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital

Enjoy exclusive benefits for you and your furry family members.

• Discounted Products

Health & Welfare

Take care of your well‑being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Optional Life Insurance, Disability, and Accidental Insurance
• EAP with counseling and mental health benefits
• DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered
• Licensure Fees, Professional & Association Dues

Financial Wellbeing

Secure your financial future with our range of offerings designed to promote your financial well‑being.

• 401K with company contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• EAP with Financial & Legal Advice/Services
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus

Time Off/Work Life Balance

Prioritize your work‑life balance and enjoy a fulfilling time away from work with our generous offerings.