Kipling Veterinary Hospital and Wellness Center in Lakewood, Colorado is offering a part-time, CVT  position in our 2-doctor facility. We are looking for a self-motivated candidate with high level medical knowledge, great attention to detail, and compassion for our animal patients and their people. The CVT supports the doctors in ensuring quality veterinary care for all our patients and by educating the clients on all aspects of their pet’s health.

The CVT duties include but are not limited to:

• Gathering patient history
• Client education on proper animal care
• Surgical prep
• Assist the Veterinarian with routine patient appointments and surgical procedures
• Monitor animals anesthesia
• Collect and preserve laboratory samples that must be shipped offsite for more comprehensive testing
• Collaborate with Veterinarians to develop training courses for staff members
• Ensure all surgical equipment is properly sterilized and stored
• Prepare appointment rooms prior to scheduled patient visits
• Catheter placement
• Laboratory
• Perform X-rays examinations based on the instructions and under the guidance of the attending Veterinarian

The ideal CVT candidate must have scheduling flexibility, including weekends, and live within a 15 minutes commute to the animal hospital. Cross training in all areas of the hospital will be expected. We are looking for a team player who will jump in to help and scheduling flexibility is critical. We are privately owned, and have a great team to work with.  Our staff works hard but we have fun doing what we love!   Join us at Kipling Veterinary Hospital and Wellness Center.   Send resume to lisa@kiplingveterinary.com.