Registered Veterinary Technician, Surgery
LVT/RVT/CVT $28 - $31/hr. | + $4.50/hr. overnight differential (after 7pm) | Boulder, CO
As Colorado Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) continues to grow and expand its surgical and specialty services, we are adding to our support team and seeking a Veterinary Surgery Technician to help ensure our surgical patients receive safe, effective anesthesia care and that our clinicians have the support they need to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
Located in Boulder, Colorado, CASE is a state-of-the-art, 35,000+ square-foot specialty and emergency hospital providing advanced care across multiple specialties and 24/7 emergency services. Our collaborative team includes board-certified specialists, experienced technicians, and dedicated support staff who are committed to delivering exceptional patient care while fostering a culture of teamwork, learning, and professional growth.
Compensation
- $28 - $31/hr. based on experience and skills assessment
- + $4.50/hr. overnight differential (after 7pm)
Full-Time Benefits Include
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- CE Allowance
- Uniform Allowance
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday = time and a half
- Employee Pet Discount
- 401k
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- HSA/FSA
- Access to VetBloom for RACE-approved continuing education and training
- License application and renewal reimbursement for CVTs.
- Financial support and onsite mentorship for those pursuing VTS certification
- Ask us about certification assistance
Schedule
- Full-Time
- Monday – Friday
- 4x10 Hour Shifts
Job Description
As a Veterinary Surgery Technician, you will provide skilled nursing care before, during, and after surgical procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the perioperative process. You will prepare surgical suites, maintain sterile technique, assist veterinarians with a wide range of procedures, monitor anesthesia, and support post-operative recovery.
Responsibilities
Patient Care & Coordination
- Create accurate patient estimates and treatment plans for surgical oncology cases.
- Obtain comprehensive patient medical histories.
- Oversee the admission and discharge of patients within the service.
- Provide exceptional client communication and education.
- Schedule appointments, surgeries, and advanced imaging for all departments.
- Safely restrain patients during procedures.
- Perform general venipuncture, peripheral catheter placement, and maintenance.
Surgical Preparation
- Maintain aseptic surgical area preparation and ensure sterilization of supplies.
- Assist doctors in maintaining OR sterility and during procedures.
- Identify and handle surgical instruments appropriately.
- Obtain diagnostics, including bloodwork, radiographs, and other imaging related to consultations.
- Handle and submit samples obtained during consultations or surgical procedures accurately.
Anesthesia-Related Skills & Responsibilities
- Conduct pre-anesthesia examinations to assess safety and risk.
- Implement prescribed anesthetic plans from pre-surgery through recovery, ensuring effective patient monitoring.
- Assess patient pain and develop multimodal analgesic plans.
- Set up and troubleshoot anesthesia equipment, ensuring functionality.
- Utilize CASE anesthesia monitoring forms and protocols effectively.
- Monitor and manage anesthesia-related complications, such as hypotension, using pulse oximetry and capnography.
Qualifications
- Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) with at least 3 years of applicable experience.
- Strong knowledge of basic veterinary practices, procedures, and terminology.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
- Exceptional multi-tasking skills, maintaining high-quality standards in patient care and decision-making.
- Ability to communicate effectively with CASE staff and team members.
- Fluent English skills (speaking & reading) are required for the role; fluency in multiple languages a plus!
About CASE
Colorado Animal Specialty & Emergency (CASE) is one of the largest and most advanced specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals in the Rocky Mountain region. Our team provides comprehensive emergency and specialty care, utilizing advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities to support pets and their families throughout Colorado. Through collaboration, innovation, and compassionate service, CASE is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the human-animal bond.
Nearby Communities
CASE attracts team members from throughout the Front Range, including:
- Boulder, CO
- Longmont, CO
- Louisville, CO
- Lafayette, CO
- Superior, CO
- Westminster, CO
- Broomfield, CO
- Arvada, CO
- Thornton, CO
- Denver, CO
- Erie, CO
- Golden, CO
About Ethos Veterinary Health
Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next. Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You’ll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery. Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You’ll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally. At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.
Join Us
At Ethos, this isn’t just a job, it’s an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.
Candidates can confidentially submit their CV to Talent Acquisition Partner Craig at [email protected]
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.