Description
Sky Canyon Veterinary Hospital is a AAHA accredited general practice and referral veterinary hospital for companion animals in beautiful Western Colorado.
Sky Canyon Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our compassionate, collaborative, and fast-paced veterinary team. Our mission is to improve the lives of pets and their people while nurturing the bond they share—and we believe that starts with supporting and valuing our staff.
If you’re an RVT who takes pride in high-quality patient care, teamwork, and professional growth, we’d love to meet you!
Patient Care & Nursing
Assist veterinarians with inpatient and outpatient care
Obtain and record patient histories, weights, vitals, and medical notes
Administer medications, vaccines, treatments, and IV fluids as directed
Provide continuous nursing care and monitor hospitalized patients
Safely handle and restrain animals with attention to patient comfort
Anesthesia & Surgery
Prepare patients for anesthetized procedures
Perform induction, intubation, monitoring, and recovery
Accurately monitor and record anesthetic vitals
Assist in surgical and dental procedures
Clean and maintain surgical suites and equipment
Laboratory & Diagnostics
Collect blood, urine, fecal, and other diagnostic samples
Perform in-house laboratory testing
Prepare samples for reference laboratories
Assist with radiographs, ultrasound, and advanced imaging as trained
Dentistry
Perform dental cleanings, polishing, and full-mouth radiographs
Assist with dental extractions
Document dental findings and educate clients
Client Communication & Education
Communicate treatment plans and discharge instructions
Educate clients on medications, nutrition, and post-care needs
Provide compassionate support during emotional or end-of-life situations
Hospital Support
Maintain accurate and legally defensible medical records
Assist with inventory and controlled substance logging
Follow hospital safety, OSHA, and DEA protocols
Support team workflow and cross-train as needed
Requirements
Current Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) license in good standing in the State of Colorado
Prior clinical veterinary experience
Experience with anesthesia monitoring and dentistry
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and safely handle animals
