Veterinary Surgery Technician (CVT) (LVT) (RVT)

National Veterinary Associates; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in veterinary care is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on providing exceptional care to pets and their families. As part of a collaborative team, you'll assist with surgeries, patient monitoring, and various veterinary procedures. The company values continuous learning and offers competitive benefits, including health coverage and tuition support for certification. If you're passionate about animal care and want to make a difference, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow in your career while helping pets thrive.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Pet Discounts

Continuing Education Allowance

Uniform Allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary medicine and surgical assistance.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with surgeries and patient care.
• Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and treatment areas.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Client Communication

Surgical Assistance

Dentistry Procedures

Laboratory Sample Collection

Education

Veterinary Technician Certification

High School Diploma

Tools

Dental Equipment

Radiology Equipment

Anesthesia Monitoring Equipment

Job description

We are seeking a positive, energetic, detail-oriented, and ethical veterinary assistant with strong team-player skills to help ensure superior patient and client care. Someone who shares our commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of pets and their families every day and enjoys working in a fun culture that fosters collaboration and continuous learning.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

1. Assisting veterinarians with veterinary medicine, including but not limited to client communication, drawing vaccines, administering fluids, performing radiographs, collecting and preparing lab samples.
2. Assisting veterinarians with surgery procedures, including preparing the surgery suite with instruments, performing intubation and pre-anesthetic procedures, monitoring patients post-operatively, and updating patient records.
3. Performing dentistry procedures, including cleaning, scaling, and polishing teeth using dental equipment, performing fluoride treatments, monitoring anesthesia, and assisting veterinarians with extractions.
4. Performing necessary treatments for hospitalized patients following all instructions set forth by veterinarians.
5. Supporting referral veterinarians in house with procedures as needed.
6. Maintaining cleanliness of exam rooms, surgery suite, treatment areas, and kennels while following OSHA guidelines.
7. Working a combination of surgery days and days on day admit, drop-off, tech appointments, and in-room appointments.

We offer health, dental, and vision coverage options, paid time off, paid holidays, pet discounts (veterinary, daycare, and boarding), CE allowance, and uniform allowance. For the right candidate, we will cover tuition to Penn Foster for CVT certification.

Tender Touch provides comprehensive wellness, dentistry, digital radiology, ultrasound, advanced surgery, acupuncture, and more. We cater to all patient and client needs under one roof.

We are seeking someone interested in full-time daytime shifts. Wednesdays are mandatory, and our clinic is open Monday through Saturday.

If you are a dedicated Veterinary Technician with a love for animals and a commitment to top-notch care, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners.

The base hourly range for this position is $23 - $25. Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range reflects the minimum and maximum target for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location, skills, experience, and education.

Applications are accepted through 7/1/2025.

About National Veterinary Associates

We are a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them. Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their owners by empowering our care teams with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects professionals who share their passion, fostering learning and growth. We deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care. We support professional growth through mentorship, ownership opportunities, and more.

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off. Specific benefits are provided based on location. For Colorado-based positions, we comply with local leave laws.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. We adhere to local hiring regulations and consider applicants with arrest and conviction records.