Veterinary Technician

Job Description

Tender Touch Animal Hospital is excited to welcome a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Technician to our growing team!


As an AAHA-accredited, Cat Friendly Certified practice, we've been serving the Denver community for more than 30 years with high-quality preventive care, diagnostics, and treatment services. We foster a supportive, collaborative, and growth-focused culture and we're looking for someone who's passionate about patient care and teamwork to join us.


What You'll Do
• Assist veterinarians with exams, procedures, and treatments.
• Draw vaccines, collect lab samples, run diagnostic tests, and perform radiographs with accuracy and care.
• Support dental procedures including scaling and polishing, and assist with surgical preparation and patient recovery.
• Place IV catheters, administer medications and fluids, and monitor anesthesia under veterinary supervision.
• Maintain accurate medical records, ensure treatment areas are clean and organized, and provide compassionate care to patients and their owners.
• Work collaboratively with a skilled team to keep the hospital running smoothly and efficiently.

What We're Looking For
• Minimum 1 year of veterinary technician experience required; RVT/ CVT/LVT credential is a plus but not required.
• Solid technical skills and a desire to learn and grow.
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, and a team-focused mindset.
• A compassionate and professional approach to both patients and clients.

Compensation & Benefits
• Pay Range: $22-25/hr
• Eligible for quarterly bonuses
• Full-Time Benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid sick time
• PTO
• Employee assistance program

Accepting applications through 3/9/26 or until position is filled

National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.

At NVA, we're on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:
• We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com
• We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication
• All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com
• There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.