Westminster - Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)

CityVet Support Staff; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Floating holidays

Flexible schedules

Parental leave

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Job summary

CityVet seeks Licensed/Registered/Certified Veterinary Technicians in Westminster, CO to support veterinarians in medical, surgical and dental procedures. The role includes anesthesia assistance, animal restraint, and supervising junior staff while ensuring compassionate patient care.

The position offers on-site work with competitive hourly pay and benefits designed to support team wellbeing and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Holds a valid State License as LVT/RVT/CVT.
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience.
• Knowledgeable in veterinary medical terminology and medications.
• Ability to properly and safely restrain animals.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental procedures, including anesthesia and proper patient handling.
• Supervise unlicensed team members performing suturing, anesthesia induction, blood draws and lab sample collection.
• Under direct supervision, may suture wounds, induce anesthesia, administer vaccines, extract teeth, or perform euthanasia when appropriate.
• Maintain awareness of state regulations and safety standards while delivering high-quality patient care.

Skills

LVT/RVT/CVT license

Animal restraint

Veterinary experience

Medical terminology

Job description

Westminster - Veterinary Technician (LVT, RVT, CVT)

Your Kind of Care.

At CityVet, care is personal. It’s the way we care for our patients, connect with our clients, and support one another. Our vet-led clinics are built around people who are passionate about making a difference and empowered to provide care in a way that feels authentic to them. When you join CityVet, you’re joining a team that values who you are, invests in where you want to go, and believes the best care starts with people who truly care. That’s Your Kind of Care.

CityVet is looking for Licensed/Registered/Certified Veterinary Technicians to join our team! At CityVet, we know our team of happy people is as unique and diverse as the pets we care for. We recruit and promote CityVet team members based on their abilities and accomplishments and create a welcoming environment for all.

Make pet care your purpose

The Licensed/Registered/Certified Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT) is responsible for maintaining excellent patient care and operational productivity by helping the Veterinarian leverage their time and efforts to meet the needs of their clients and patients. The Licensed/Registered/Certified Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT) works to relieve the Veterinarian from technical work and administrative detail to achieve greater levels of efficiency in daily practice. Licensed/Registered/Certified Veterinary Technicians (LVT/RVT/CVT) help facilitate and streamline communication from the operating room to the front office staff and most importantly, the client.

A day in the life (duties may vary depending on state regulations):

• Assists the Veterinarian in medical, surgical, and dental surgeries, including preparing clients for surgery by assisting in the administering of anesthesia and properly restraining the animals as needed for examination and treatment.
• Supervise unlicensed team members completing the following tasks: suture to close existing skin incisions and skin lacerations, induce anesthesia, draw blood, and take samples for lab testing purposes.
• Under direct supervision of a Veterinarian, the Licensed/Registered/Certified Veterinary Technician (LVT/RVT/CVT)may: suture to close existing surgical skin incisions and skin lacerations, induce anesthesia, administer rabies vaccine, extract loose teeth or dental fragments in dogs and cats only and euthanasia.
• At least 18 years of age at the time of hire
• At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience
• Holds a valid State License as an LVT, RVT, or CVT
• Understanding and ability to properly, and safely, restrain animals
• Knowledgeable on veterinary medical terminology and medication
• Must be able to lift 50lbs independently Physical Demands Breakdown Stooping, Bending, & Squatting: Technicians must continuously bend, kneel, and crouch to examine low-set patients, clean bottom-tier kennels, pull medical inventory, or safely restrain large animals on the floor. Heavy Lifting: Listings universally require the ability to lift at least 40 to 50 pounds independently. Team lifting or mechanical assistance is mandated for patients exceeding this weight threshold. Prolonged Standing: Sit-down time is minimal and typically limited to inputting digital patient records. Expect to spend 8 to 10 hours a day actively on your feet. Static Restraint: Maintaining an active crouch or bend while holding a nervous or aggressive animal completely still during a medical procedure.

• $28.00 - $32.00

Caring For You

We know that caring for people and their pets requires energy, empathy, and resilience, so we make it a priority to care for our people by investing in programs, resources, and benefits that support their professional and personal well-being. Eligible Team Members may choose from a range of benefits that help support them and their families through every stage of life.

• Investment in Your Future. A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 4% employer match, a Health Savings Account option, and growth opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance.Enjoy paid time off and floating holidays, flexible schedules, and paid parental leave.
• Exceptional Health and Supplemental Benefits. Health, Dental (+Adult Ortho option!), Vision, Disability, & Life Insurance, Personal Pet-Care Program, Employee Discount Program.
• Care When You Need It. We provide free telemedicine for all full-time team members and their families, as well as comprehensive in-the-moment mental health benefits through our robust Employee Assistance Program.