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Festival Animal Clinic
Registered Veterinary Technician
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What they do
A Veterinary Technician or Technologist assists veterinarians in diagnosing and treating medical conditions in animals. May perform diagnostic tests or administer medications. Works in private veterinary practices or animal hospitals.
$41,872 / year median in Colorado
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Registered Veterinary Technician Festival Animal Clinic Centennial, CO Job Details Full-time $25 - $29 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Continuing education credits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Uniform allowance Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Animal emergency response procedures Surgery assistance Customer communication Veterinary surgical assistance experience Veterinary Technician Certification Veterinary emergency care Veterinary client education Outpatient experience IV insertion Surgery Chairside coronal polishing Veterinary radiography operation Anesthesiology Dental x-ray Veterinary anesthesia monitoring Pharmaceutical calculations Animal patient charting Communication with pet owners Patient monitoring during surgery Patient charting Patient education Animal emergency care Veterinary dentistry Polishing Veterinary dental prophylaxis experience Emergency care Full Job Description Festival Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team! This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled, friendly technician who wants to fully utilize their education and expertise while working alongside a collaborative team and building meaningful relationships with clients and their pets. We're looking for someone who takes initiative, has strong attention to detail, and is passionate about delivering exceptional patient care. In this role, you will: Provide excellent patient care during soft-tissue surgical procedures and dentals, including patient preparation, anesthesia induction, monitoring and troubleshooting, recovery, and administering emergency medications as needed. Perform dental prophylaxis, polishing, full-mouth radiographs, and dental charting. Ensure efficient exam room workflow by assisting the veterinarian during outpatient visits, wellness appointments, and technician appointments. Review treatment plans, provide discharge instructions, and address client questions with empathy, professionalism, and clear communication. Collaborate closely with your team to deliver exceptional patient care while maintaining a positive, supportive, and team-oriented environment. This position is ideal for detail-oriented technicians with strong surgical and anesthesia experience who are passionate about providing outstanding patient and client care, take initiative in their daily work, and are ready to practice at the top of their license in a supportive, collaborative hospital. This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Thursday with rotating Saturdays. Full-time benefits and compensation•:
Compensation:
$25 - $29 per hour , for each hour worked• Bonus package: $2,000 CE allowance: up to $1,000 annually based on tenure Certification reimbursement Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance and disability Employee Assistance Program 401(k) options Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law Personal pet discount and generous pet care benefits Uniform/scrub allowance Hill's and Royal Canin pet food discounts Fully stocked breakroom with snacks and light meals to keep you fueled throughout the day Minimum qualifications and skill set: 5+ years of veterinary technician experience Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Colorado Proficiency in the following skills: Client communication and education Anesthesia induction, monitoring, and troubleshooting Dental prophylaxis, polishing, radiography, and charting IVC placement Drug calculations and emergency anesthetic intervention Surgical assistance Outpatient and wellness care Festival Animal Clinic in Centennial, CO, is a thriving three-doctor practice dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-oriented environment. We offer a wide range of services, including wellness care, dentistry, diagnostics, soft tissue surgery, acupuncture, and partner with an orthopedic surgeon to provide advanced surgical care. Our Registered Veterinary Technicians are empowered to practice at the top of their licensure, fully utilizing their skills while working alongside a collaborative team committed to exceptional patient care. If you're looking for a hospital where your expertise is valued and your career can thrive, we'd love to meet you. #SPO #LI-JG1Posting Date:
05/15/26 The application deadline is at least 5 days after the posting date.How to apply:
Please click the "apply" link provided on the job posting platform. Festival Animal Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business. Candidate Privacy NoticeBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Health and Wellness Programs