Veterinary Nurse Lead
Sploot Veterinary Care · Colorado Springs, CO · 2 days ago
On-siteEngineering$30–$32/hrFull-time
About the role
The Sploot Difference At Sploot, we believe that cared for teams provide better medicine. By prioritizing support, mentorship, and work-life balance, our medical teams provide the Gold Standard of veterinary care to our clients.
Responsibilities
- Support veterinarians with surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, treatments, and diagnostics.
- Guide and reassure pet parents by clearly explaining care plans and at-home instructions.
- Perform blood draws, lab tests, IV catheter placement, radiographs (including dental), medication/vaccine administration, and assist with wound care.
- Maintain accurate digital records (with AI scribe support), restock supplies, and keep equipment clean and sterilized.
- Cultivate a culture of open communication, teamwork, and a positive, solutions-focused mindset - while mentoring assistants and supporting the team.
Requirements
- Registered Veterinary Tech (Colorado): RVT, CVT, or LVT with a current Colorado license.
- 4+ years of vet tech experience.
- A collaborative, communicative, and willing-to-jump-in team-first mindset.
- An organized and proactive approach to a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail and a knack for improving processes.
- A compassionate and growth-oriented attitude, gentle with pets, respectful with clients, and motivated to keep learning and improving veterinary care.
- Experience in urgent or emergency care.
- Experience in dentistry and anesthesia.
Qualifications
- Competitive Pay: $30–$32/hour, plus 1.5x pay on Sploot-recognized holidays.
- 401(k) Retirement: Company match to support your future.
- Healthcare: Health, Dental, and Vision with a generous employer contribution; HSA available.
- PTO & Parental Leave: 80 hours of PTO (increasing with tenure) and up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
- Licensure & CE: Full reimbursement for Colorado technician licensure and up to 10 hours of CE annually.
- Free Scrubs & Snacks: Sploot-branded FIGS scrubs, unlimited snacks, and regular team events.
- Pet Care Perks: Generous benefits for your own fur babies.
Benefits
- Note: Benefits may vary based on experience or qualifications.
Pay
$30–$32/hour, plus 1.5x pay on Sploot-recognized holidays.
Schedule
10 or 12 hours shifts with varying days per week with no overnights.