Registered Veterinary Technician
Western Veterinary Partners · Denver, CO · 2 wk ago
Healthcare$25–$30/hrPart-time
About the role
Wellshire Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.
Responsibilities
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Aiding in surgery
- Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
- Maintaining accurate, detailed medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
- Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
Requirements
- 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
- Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in the state of Colorado
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
- Radiology positioning and safety protocols
- Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
- Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
- Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
- Client education and communication
Qualifications
- Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply
Skills
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
- Radiology positioning and safety protocols
- Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
- Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
- Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
- Client education and communication
Benefits
- Full-time Benefits Package*
- Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Colorado
- CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
- Friends and Family Discount
Pay
Compensation: $25 - $30 per hour, for each hour worked
Schedule and compensation
This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday with a rotating Saturday.
Benefits Package
- Full-time Benefits Package*
- Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Colorado
- CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
- Friends and Family Discount
Minimum qualifications and skill set
- 3+ years of veterinary technician experience
- Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) in the state of Colorado
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
- Radiology positioning and safety protocols
- Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
- Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
- Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
- Client education and communication
Company Information
Wellshire Animal Hospital in Denver, CO, is dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets. With a team of experienced veterinarians and compassionate staff, they offer a wide range of services, including preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and more. Committed to the health and well-being of animals, Wellshire Animal Hospital strives to build trusting relationships with pet owners while delivering personalized and compassionate care in a welcoming environment.
Contact Information
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