The Humane Society of Boulder Valley (HSBV) is seeking a full-time, Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT), scheduled 30 hours per week, to join the veterinary support team in our recently renovated veterinary hospital. We will also consider applicants who prefer to work up to 40 hours per week.

About the job – Beyond the standard duties of a technician in a small animal practice – the daily assignments will rotate. Between 10-25 animals are anesthetized per day. HSBV’s hospital provides spay and neuter services to an interesting variety of small mammals and provides care for sick and injured stray animals. Our patients have medical conditions not typically seen in the average veterinary practice. HSBV’s community practice operates Monday through Saturday and select patient care staff also provide support for the day-to-day treatment of shelter animals seven (7) days per week.

Our full-service practice includes eight (8) doctors and is open to the public. The veterinary hospital also offers programs to support pet guardians needing access to affordable veterinary care and revenue generated by the veterinary hospital directly supports the mission of the Humane Society of Boulder Valley by funding health care for shelter animals. Learn more about the veterinary hospital by visiting our webpage.

At HSBV, we strive to be an employer of choice for our staff by creating an environment where you will thrive. We recognize RVTs are crucial to providing quality veterinary care and HSBV is excited about the expanded opportunities for technicians outlined in the 2024 Veterinary Practice Act (VPA). In our hospital, you will put your hard-earned skills into practice and to the fullest potential of the VPA and you will continue to develop your animal nursing skills in an environment where your professional opinions are welcome and valued.

About you – You are an excellent candidate for this role if you’re ready to stretch your current skills or apply your strengths as a veterinary technician. You can’t imagine not working as part of large, and collaborative team. You are energized by a dynamic, supportive environment. You’re excited to think this might be your perfect job.

We encourage you to apply if you have experience that is transferable, even if it’s not a perfect match. We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups including but not limited women, members of the LGBTQ+ community, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans. Spanish/English speaking individuals are encouraged to apply. Applications will be accepted through Monday, June 29, or until the position is filled.

This job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

What we offer – The anticipated pay rate for this position is $22.00 – $27.00 per hour. There is an additional $2.00 per hour paid for weekend hours worked. This pay range is the Humane Society of Boulder Valley’s best estimate for this position and actual compensation will be based on factors including but not limited to the depth and extent of relevant experience, education, and additional training/certifications for preferred skills. Additional compensation is available for qualified employees who can translate for our Spanish-speaking clientele. Included in the HSBV compensation package:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental, vision, and accident insurance plans
• Life and disability insurance paid by HSBV; buy-up options available
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care expenses
• Health savings accounts with qualified health plan
• Retirement plan options with employer match
• Employee assistance program (EAP) paid by HSBV
• Discounts on adoptions, pet food, pet supplies, veterinary care, and training services
• Complimentary pet boarding
• Paid sick leave – HSBV Participates in Colorado’s Family and Medical Leave (FAMLI) Insurance program

Education and Experience

• Candidates must possess a current State of Colorado Registration as a Veterinary Technician (RVT) or be a provisionally registered technician (PVT) in Colorado.
• 1-3 years’ experience preferred; newly graduated RVTs are encouraged to apply.
• Must be available to work Saturdays at this time
• Experience with Fear Free protocols is a plus.
• A pre-employment background check and drug screen are required for all employment candidates.

Knowledge, Ability and Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a dynamic work environment.
• Shows initiative and is a conscientious worker.
• Fear Free certification as a plus.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at once in a dynamic environment. Meticulous and diligent; exercises good judgment when addressing animal-related concerns and the needs of our clientele/community. Able to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds with reasonable assistance.
• Effective communication and time management skills.
• Ability to collaborate well within a team.
• Basic computer skills in a Windows environment are required. Knowledge of veterinary practice software – AVImark – a plus.

Working Conditions and Scheduling – Shifts are ten hours in length. Saturday or Sunday availability is required. Work is performed in an animal shelter environment and a veterinary hospital environment. Exposure to cleaning agents when in kennel and hospital areas. Exposure to animals throughout the work environment. Subject to animal bites and scratches while handling animal of questionable temperament and under the effects of anesthesia. Daily lifting of up to fifty pounds. Ten-hour work shift requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, twisting, and lifting.

About the Humane Society of Boulder Valley
The Humane Society of Boulder Valley is a community-supported, open-door facility that provides shelter, medical care, and behavioral rehabilitation to nearly 5,000 animals annually. Its programs are inspired by its mission to protect and enhance the lives of companion animals by promoting healthy relationships between pets and people. Since its inception in 1902, the Humane Society of Boulder Valley has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in the community and a national leader in animal welfare.

Internal Values – The Humane Society of Boulder Valley seeks to employ motivated, innovative, and talented individuals who bring passion, expertise, and a positive attitude to the workplace. Our employees embody our internal values: Kindness, Trust, Optimism, Humility, Collaboration, Ingenuity.

The Humane Society of Boulder Valley offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, ancestry, military status, or any other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.