Veterinary Surgery Technician

Denver Veterinary Specialists - Surgery & Anesthesia Veterinary TechnicianDenver Veterinary Specialists (DVS) is seeking experienced Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) to join our Surgery & Anesthesia Specialty Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside Board-Certified Surgeons and help build a new specialty practice from the ground up. We are looking for RVTs who bring an entrepreneurial mindset to growing the practice, enjoy mentoring and training fellow team members, and have the confidence and clinical expertise to manage high-acuity cases.Compensation $28.00–$35.00 per hour, based on experienceSchedule Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM Ability to stay beyond scheduled hours for late surgical cases Availability to work Fridays and weekends as the practice growsTraining & Practice InformationAll hired technicians will complete onboarding and specialty training at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital. Training will continue through the launch of our new Denver Veterinary Specialists location, which is set for Fall 2026.QualificationsRegistered Veterinary Technician (RVT) requiredMinimum of 2 years of experience in surgery and anesthesiaSpecialty hospital experience preferred, but not requiredExperience managing anesthesia for ASA III and higher-risk patientsProficient in anesthetic induction, intubation, monitoring, and recoveryStrong understanding of anesthetic monitoring, including:ECGBlood pressureSpO?CapnographyTemperature monitoringAbility to recognize and respond to anesthetic complicationsSkilled in surgical preparation, patient positioning, and maintaining sterile techniqueFamiliarity with anesthesia machines, monitoring equipment, and accurate perioperative documentationExcellent attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to collaborate with surgeons and specialty team membersAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environmentKey ResponsibilitiesPrepare patients for surgery, including IV catheter placement, pre-anesthetic preparation, and medication administrationInduce, intubate, and monitor anesthesia for surgical proceduresContinuously monitor anesthetic depth and vital parameters throughout proceduresAssist with surgical preparation, patient positioning, and maintaining a sterile surgical environmentProvide attentive post-operative recovery monitoring and pain assessmentOperate and maintain anesthesia machines, monitoring equipment, and surgical instrumentsAccurately document anesthesia records and perioperative careCollaborate closely with surgeons and the specialty team to ensure safe, high-quality patient careBenefitsHighly competitive salary based on experienceMedical, vision, and dental insurance options (some plans paid up to 100%)401(k) retirement options with company matchPaid time off—and time to enjoy itSix weeks of paid parental leave for full-time team membersContinuing education allowance and CE PTOReimbursement of membership and licensure feesMental health support through TalkspacePet discountsBasic life insurance and additional voluntary insurance optionsDenver Veterinary Specialists – Wash Park 300 East Alameda Ave. Denver, CO 80209Base Pay $28 - $35 USDVeritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.For CA applicants please visit our Privacy Policy