Veterinary Technician Cherry Knolls Veterinary Clinic Centennial, CO Job Details Part-time $23 - $26 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Qualifications Animal hospital experience Clinic experience Veterinary clinic experience High school diploma or GED Veterinary assistant experience Full Job Description About Us Cherry Knolls Veterinary Clinic is a locally owned small-animal practice committed to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care in a supportive and team-oriented environment. We value strong relationships with our clients and their pets and are looking for someone who shares that approach to patient care. Position Overview We are looking for an experienced and motivated Part-Time Veterinary Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate is dependable, comfortable working hands-on with dogs and cats, and able to assist the veterinarian efficiently during both routine appointments and same-day or urgent care cases. This position may include a combination of weekday, evening, and weekend shifts depending on availability and clinic needs. Key Responsibilities Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, procedures, and urgent care cases Obtain patient histories and vital signs Safely restrain and handle dogs and cats of different sizes and temperaments Perform venipuncture and collect diagnostic samples Place IV catheters based on experience and skill level Assist with radiographs and in-house laboratory testing Administer medications and injections as directed by the veterinarian Assist with surgery preparation, anesthesia monitoring, and patient recovery Prepare and dispense medications as directed Monitor hospitalized and recovering patients Maintain accurate patient records Communicate professionally and compassionately with pet owners Prepare, clean, and maintain exam rooms and treatment areas Help with stocking, organization, and general clinic workflow Qualifications Previous veterinary clinic or animal hospital experience preferred Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician training/education preferred Experience with venipuncture, IV catheter placement, radiology, anesthesia monitoring, or urgent care is a plus Comfortable assisting with sick and urgent patients Strong animal restraint and patient-handling skills Dependable, organized, and able to work efficiently in a busy environment Strong communication and teamwork skills Ability to lift approximately 50 lbs and safely assist with larger patients Willingness to learn and continue developing technical skills Schedule This is a part-time position with scheduling based on clinic needs and candidate availability. Additional hours may become available as the clinic continues to grow. Why Work With Us? Locally owned veterinary practice Friendly and supportive team environment Hands-on experience with a variety of medical and urgent care cases Opportunity to strengthen and expand technical skills Employee discount Education High school diploma or equivalent Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician education/training preferred Experience Veterinary Assistant/Technician experience: 1 year preferred Work Location In person - Centennial, CO If you are passionate about veterinary medicine, enjoy hands-on patient care, and are looking for a part-time role with a supportive team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume through Indeed.

Pay:

$23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount

Work Location:

In person