Registered Veterinary Technician
About The Position
VCA Tiara Rado Animal Hospital, in Grand Junction, CO, is looking forward to welcoming an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to our team. At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth. At Tiara Rado Animal Hospital, we pride ourselves on being more than just a veterinary clinic—we're a family . Our collaborative, positive culture fosters growth, laughter, and support, both professionally and personally. We believe in empowering our team through continued learning, respect, and the latest in diagnostic technology. Here at VCA Tiara Rado Animal Hospital, you will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500+ doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists. You will sharpen your skills - and even learn some new techniques - and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization and leadership opportunities. VCA Tiara Rado Animal Hospital Core Values: Commitment Learning Teamwork Balance Why Join the VCA Tiara Rado Animal Hospital? We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician career has to offer. We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve.
Requirements
- Associate degree (usually 2 years) in Veterinary Technology from an accredited program (e.g., AVMA-accredited).
- Must pass the VTNE (Veterinary Technician National Exam).
- Must be licensed/registered/certified in the state of Colorado
- The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibility of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care.
Responsibilities
- Venipuncture
- catheter placement
- radiology
- anesthesia monitoring
- physical examinations and patient assessment
- surgical preparation and assisting
- dentistry
- laboratory work
- pharmacy
- patient recovery
- compassionate care for our hospitalized patients
Benefits
- Leadership opportunities
- Career development programs
- Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- Continuing education allowance
- Tuition support and sponsorships
- Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
- Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive wage
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Generous pet care discounts
- Life, long and short-term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
