RVT: Hands-On Vet Technician with Sign-On Bonus

Veterinary Practice Partners; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

CE pay

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Indian Tree Animal Hospital in Arvada, CO, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our established team. This role involves assisting veterinarians with exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and patient recovery, while ensuring safety and compassionate care.

We offer competitive hourly pay ($29.00–$32.00) with a $1,000 sign-on bonus, 38–40 hours per week, and benefits including CE pay, health and vision insurance, 401(k), PTO and EAP. Candidates must have RVT certification.

Qualifications

• Active RVT certification is required.
• Experience handling animals with care and compassion.
• Proficient in maintaining medical records and medication dispensing.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians in exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and recovery.
• Restrain and handle animals safely and humanely.
• Communicate care instructions and updates to pet owners.
• Perform lab work, radiographs, IV catheter placement, and injections.
• Maintain clean treatment areas and accurate records.
• Follow DEA, OSHA and safety guidelines at all times.

Skills

RVT certification

Animal handling

Medical records

Communication with owners

Lab work

Tools

Lab equipment

Radiographs

IV catheter placement

Job description

Indian Tree Animal Hospital in Arvada, CO, is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our established team. This role involves assisting veterinarians with exams, surgeries, anesthesia, and patient recovery, while ensuring safety and compassionate care.

We offer competitive hourly pay ($29.00–$32.00) with a $1,000 sign-on bonus, 38–40 hours per week, and benefits including CE pay, health and vision insurance, 401(k), PTO and EAP. Candidates must have RVT certification.