Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

NVA; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

CE allowance

Paid time off

Licensing and credential renewal fees

Uniform or scrub allowance

Employee discount on veterinary care,宠

Retirement plan or match

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Blackforest Veterinary Clinic in Colorado Springs is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our clinical team. You will work with veterinarians, assistants, and front desk staff to provide compassionate medical care and a positive experience for patients and clients.

The RVT will perform nursing procedures, assist with exams, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry, and educate owners while keeping patients safe and low-stress.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program.
• Current RVT credential (or eligibility to obtain it before start date).
• Strong clinical skills in venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and radiography.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to stay calm and organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and medical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Restrain and handle patients safely using low-stress techniques.
• Obtain histories, vital signs, weights, and records for exams.
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Place IV catheters, draw blood, and collect samples.
• Run and interpret in-house diagnostics (bloodwork, urinalysis, cytology).
• Take radiographs and assist with imaging as needed.
• Prepare, induce, and monitor anesthesia; maintain records.
• Assist in surgery prep, instrument handling, and recovery monitoring.
• Perform dental prophylaxis and radiographs.
• Administer medications, vaccines, and fluids; calculate dosages.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide nursing care.
• Fill prescriptions and manage pharmacy inventory.
• Educate clients on home care, medications, and preventive care.
• Maintain a clean, safe treatment area and sterilize equipment.
• Follow safety, OSHA, and infection control protocols.
• Mentor veterinary assistants and new team members.
• Support clients with compassion during difficult moments.

Skills

Venipuncture

Anesthesia monitoring

Radiography

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

AVMA-accredited program

RVT credential

Tools

Cornerstone

AVImark

ezyVet

ProVet

Job description

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

Blackforest Veterinary Clinic | Full-Time / Part-Time | $22.00 – $25.00 per hour, depending on experience

About Us

Blackforest Veterinary Clinic is a growing hospital dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to our patients and the families who love them. As our practice expands, we are looking for a skilled, caring Registered Veterinary Technician to join our clinical team. You will work alongside our veterinarians, assistants, and front desk staff to provide excellent medical care and a positive experience for every patient and client.

Position Summary

The RVT is a key member of our medical team, responsible for performing technical and nursing procedures under the direction of the veterinarian, within the scope of the state veterinary practice act. You will support exams, treatments, diagnostics, surgery, and dentistry, while educating clients and keeping patients safe, comfortable, and low-stress.

Key Responsibilities

• Restrain and handle patients safely using low-stress and fear-free techniques
• Obtain patient histories, vital signs, weights, and records for exams and procedures
• Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, and procedures
• Place IV catheters, draw blood, and collect samples (urine, fecal, cytology, and others)
• Run and interpret in-house diagnostics, including bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal tests, and cytology
• Take diagnostic-quality radiographs and assist with other imaging as needed
• Prepare, induce, and monitor patients under anesthesia; maintain accurate anesthetic records
• Assist in surgery, including patient prep, instrument and pack preparation, and recovery monitoring
• Perform dental prophylaxis, including scaling, polishing, and dental radiographs
• Administer medications, vaccines, and fluids as directed; calculate dosages accurately
• Monitor hospitalized patients and provide nursing care, including pain assessment
• Fill prescriptions and manage pharmacy inventory and controlled substance logs
• Educate clients on home care, medications, nutrition, and preventive care
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment area, including sterilization of instruments and equipment
• Follow all safety, OSHA, and infection control protocols
• Help mentor and train veterinary assistants and new team members
• Support clients with compassion during difficult moments, including end-of-life care

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program
• Current RVT credential (or state equivalent) in good standing, or eligibility to obtain it before start date
• Strong clinical skills, including venipuncture, catheter placement, anesthesia monitoring, and radiography
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to stay calm, organized, and focused in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and medical accuracy

Preferred

• 1+ year of clinical experience in a general practice setting
• Experience with dental procedures and dental radiography
• Familiarity with veterinary practice management software (e.g., Cornerstone, AVImark, ezyVet, Provet, or similar)
• Low-stress or Fear Free handling certification
• Interest in a specialty area such as dentistry, anesthesia, or emergency care

Skills and Traits We Value

• A genuine love of animals and the people who care for them
• Sound judgment and attention to detail, especially with dosages and monitoring
• Initiative, adaptability, and a willingness to learn as the hospital grows
• Empathy and clear communication with clients and coworkers
• A collaborative, respectful approach to working with a diverse team

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, with assistance for larger animals
• Comfort working around animals of all sizes and temperaments, including those that may bite or scratch
• Exposure to animal dander, noise, odors, anesthetic gases, and radiation (with proper protective equipment)

Schedule

Hours will include weekdays and rotating Saturdays, with some evening shifts depending on clinic needs. [Insert specific days, hours, and number of hours per week.]

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $22.00 – $25.00 per hour, based on experience and credentials
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, if offered
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• CE allowance and paid time off for continuing education
• Licensing and credential renewal fees covered, if offered
• Uniform or scrub allowance, if offered
• Employee discount on veterinary care, food, and products for your own pets
• Retirement plan or match, if offered
• Opportunity for growth within a rapidly expanding hospital

National Veterinary Associates (NVA)

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.