Certified Veterinary Technician - Internal Medicine

Royal Vista Veterinary Specialists • Windsor, CO

276d • $24 - $30

About The Position

Royal Vista Veterinary Specialists is looking for a Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT) experienced in Surgery to join our team as part of the Thrive Pet Healthcare community. At Royal Vista Veterinary Specialists, a Thrive Pet Healthcare partner, you will have the support, tools, and resources to elevate your skills. As a hospital deeply rooted in the local community, you will experience the best of both worlds: a genuine local feel with the benefits of Thrive's national resources. We offer 24/7 emergency and urgent care for dogs and cats in Colorado, Nebraska, and Wyoming, specializing in critical care, internal medicine, oncology, and surgery. Our highly-trained team is here for you 24 hours a day, every day of the year, ensuring a continuity of care and the best possible outcome for your pet. We cherish the human-animal bond and treat every patient and client with compassion, dignity, and respect.

Requirements

• VTS or RVT with Critical Care or Internal Medicine experience preferred.
• Technical skills include advanced phlebotomy skills/jug catheters/central lines, feeding tube placement, urinary catheter placement, sedation and general anesthesia of animals ASA 3 and above, transfusion medicine, intensive care patient monitoring and treatment.
• Independently initiate and carry out CPR.
• Expert understanding of medical terminology and veterinary pharmacology.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide mentorship and leadership to other technicians.
• Ability to work well independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a busy, stressful environment with diverse personalities while maintaining a calm, professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians to ensure quality veterinary care, advocate for pets, and educate clients.
• Assist veterinarians and the medical team to maximize productivity and maintain positive patient flow.
• Assist with surgeries and procedures in accordance with the state's Veterinary Practice Act.
• Communicate with clients about individualized pet health concerns and offer guidance on Thrive Membership options, medications, and additional treatments.
• Assist in maintaining relevant, comprehensive medical records with the support of practice systems.
• Obtain relevant health history and information from clients and maintain medical charts.
• Use safe restraining techniques, follow standard protocols, and sustain clean, sterile, organized treatment areas, exam rooms, and labs.
• Guide, mentor, and support fellow team members.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Mental health resources, including 24/7 access to Lyra Health
• Paid parental leave
• Purr-ental leave for when you adopt a pet
• Employer-sponsored childcare and elder care
• Personalized care for every family-forming journey
• Discretionary funds and FREE CE courses
• Pet perks and veterinary service discounts
• Student loan management tools and assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Associate degree