Alta Vista Animal Hospital has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Technician to join our exceptional team. We are a busy two-doctor practice offering care to companion pets in our Montrose community.

This is a full-time, Monday-Friday role (4-10s) with weekends off.

The ideal candidate:

• Preference will be given to candidates with animal-related experience; however, we’re also open to training individuals who love animals and have great customer service skills
• Compassionate team players who have excellent communication skills
• Self-starters who can move quickly from task to task, while still paying close attention to detail
• Personable and professional individuals who enjoy connecting with clients as well as the team
• Veterinary knowledge and/or Cornerstone experience is a plus!

Skills and responsibilities:

• Anesthetic induction
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Surgical preparation and assistance
• Dental prophy and radiology
• Patient handling and restraint
• Blood draws
• IV catheter placement
• Suture wounds and incisions
• Pharmacy duties
• Lab work
• Drug calculations
• Outpatient procedures
• Microscopic evaluation
• Administer vaccines, injections, and medications
• Client communication and education

Full-time benefits and compensation:

• Competitive pay: $20 – $23/hour (based on experience)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k options

• Paid time off
• Weekends off
• Personal pet discounts
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career growth potential
• And more!

About Alta Vista Animal Hospital:

We strive to provide the highest level of pet medicine, deliver with a personal touch. We are a full-service clinic and see small animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, rodents, and other companion animals. Our hospital itself was formerly a home and provides everyone who walks through our doors a cozy atmosphere (we also have a fireplace for extra coziness!) At Alta Vista Animal Hospital, we encourage team collaboration and continued development. Our talented staff embraces a positive hospital culture where each member of the team feels valued, and everyone understands the importance each role plays in the success of our practice. We offer a broad range of services including radiology, annual wellness exams, dental care, surgery, behavioral counseling, and more!

If you think you’d make a great addition to our hospital team, apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!