Certified Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician (Surgery Focus) About Us Under New Ownership – Join an Exciting New Chapter! Nederland Veterinary Hospital has entered an exciting new era under the leadership of two young veterinarians dedicated to elevating the standard of medicine in our mountain community. Our team is tight-knit, our caseload is varied, and our doctors trust their techs to work at the top of their license. If you’re looking for a role with real responsibility, genuine collaboration, and room to grow this is it. While we're passionate about providing exceptional patient care, we're equally committed to creating a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work. Located just 30 minutes from Boulder, Colorado, our privately owned practice offers the best of both worlds: progressive medicine and an incredible lifestyle. With a Monday–Friday schedule (8:30 AM–5:30 PM) and easy access to hiking, skiing, biking, and everything the mountains have to offer, you'll have time to enjoy life outside of work. We're looking for a Veterinary Technician who loves surgery and wants to play a key role in growing our surgical program. If you thrive in the operating room, enjoy anesthesia, and want to work alongside doctors who value and trust their technicians, we'd love to meet you. Primary Responsibilities Assist veterinarians during a variety of soft tissue and dental procedures, as well as the occasional emergency. Prepare patients for surgery, including pre-anesthetic assessments, IV catheter placement, and surgical site preparation Monitor anesthesia and provide attentive patient care throughout surgical procedures and recovery Prepare, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments, packs, and the operating suite Additional Responsibilities Perform diagnostics including bloodwork, radiographs, cytology, and laboratory sample collection Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as directed by the veterinarians Triage patients and provide support during urgent and emergency cases Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding patient care Mentor veterinary assistants as our team continues to grow Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe hospital environment Handle patients with confidence, compassion, and respect What You Bring Active CVT license in good standing (required) Passion for surgery, anesthesia, and high-quality patient care Strong technical nursing skills with confidence in anesthesia monitoring and perioperative care Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to continue learning Excellent communication and teamwork skills Strong animal handling and restraint skills Knowledge of animal physiology and behavior Why Join Nederland Veterinary Hospital? Be part of an exciting practice transformation under new ownership. Work directly with two progressive veterinarians committed to bringing advanced medicine to the community. Play a central role in expanding and developing our surgical program. Practice at the top of your license in a supportive, collaborative environment. Enjoy a predictable full time schedule- four 9-hour shifts per week. Work in one of Colorado's most beautiful mountain communities. If you're excited about surgery, progressive medicine, and helping shape the future of a growing practice, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you for your interest in joining the Nederland Veterinary Hospital team—we look forward to meeting you! #J-18808-Ljbffr