Veterinary Technician
About The Position
Arapaho Road Animal Clinic is looking for an experienced or licensed Veterinary Technician to join their energetic, supportive team. They believe exceptional patient care starts with a team that enjoys working together, celebrates individuality, and supports one another every day. The ideal candidate is excited to bring their skills, personality, and passion for veterinary medicine to a hospital that truly values its people. The clinic offers a predictable schedule with no nights or holiday shifts, most weekends off due to rotating Saturday morning coverage, and a collaborative team environment. They emphasize practicing high-quality medicine, building meaningful client relationships, and fostering a culture where authentic personalities are welcomed. Opportunities for continued learning from experienced teammates and professional growth in a positive, encouraging environment are also highlighted.
Requirements
- Previous veterinary technician experience required
- Veterinary Technician License (LVT, RVT, or CVT) is welcomed
- Strong technical and nursing skills
- Confidence with patient restraint, venipuncture, and laboratory procedures
- Experience assisting with surgery and anesthesia monitoring
- Compassionate communication skills with clients and coworkers
- A collaborative, team-first mindset
- A positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- The confidence to anticipate the needs of the veterinary team
- A passion for learning and continued professional development
- A commitment to delivering exceptional patient care every day
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, surgeries, and medical procedures
- Safely handle and restrain patients using compassionate, low-stress techniques
- Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and sample collection
- Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical procedures
- Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed
- Perform laboratory testing and obtain diagnostic samples
- Capture quality diagnostic radiographs
- Monitor hospitalized patients and provide attentive nursing care
- Obtain accurate patient histories and maintain complete medical records
- Educate clients on preventive care, medications, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
- Anticipate the needs of the veterinarians to promote efficiency throughout the hospital
- Maintain clean, organized exam rooms, treatment areas, and equipment
- Collaborate with teammates to deliver exceptional patient care and client service
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition support
- Referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
- Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
- Generous PTO
- Employee pet discounts
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Vetcor TechLife Professional Development Program
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
- No nights or holiday shifts
- Rotating Saturday mornings with most weekends off
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
- Flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
- Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- 529 Savings Plan
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
- Free/discounted laboratory work for employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
