RVT/Experienced Veterinary Assistant

CityVet•Highlands Ranch, CO

22h•Onsite

About The Position

At CityVet, we believe healthy pets start with happy people. Our vet-led clinics are filled with smiling faces and compassionate pet people, and each employee plays a vital role in creating the positive vibe felt at our offices. Starting a career at CityVet means growing in a fun, people-first environment where the future of our employees is just as important as the future of our business. All pet lovers welcome. CityVet is looking for Registered Veterinary Technicians to join our team! We will also consider a Veterinary Assistant that has at least 1 year of experience within a veterinary clinic. 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.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age at the time of hire
At least 1 year of veterinary industry experience
Holds valid State License as Certified Veterinary Technician
Understanding and ability to properly, and safely, restrain animals
Knowledgeable on veterinary medical terminology and medication
Self Starter
Available for weekend work with our Urgent Care Team

Responsibilities

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 Certified Veterinary Technician 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.