Registered Veterinary Technician

Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)

VCA Northwest Animal Hospital is seeking a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team!

Schedule: Full-time, weekend availability necessary

Pay Range: $18.00-$22.00/hour depending on experience.

Application Deadline: 6/30/2026

We are one of the premier practices in the Colorado Springs area. We emphasize a positive, supportive workplace culture that encourages growth. Our technicians are utilized to their fullest potential in our state-of-the-art 4 doctor practice. We believe that mutual respect and compassion for clients, patients, and coworkers are the foundations of good medicine. Providing exceptional client experiences and top-notch patient care are the keys to our success.

Northwest Animal is a full-service AAHA-accredited small animal hospital with gorgeous views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range. We are a full-service hospital that provides wellness, surgical, dental, illness and many other medical services. We also offer boarding, daycare, and grooming to the community.

Qualifications: Technicians must graduate from an AVMA-accredited vet tech program and be licensed as a Registered Veterinary Technician.

Why Join the VCA Northwest Animal Hospital?

We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician career has to offer.

We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!

• Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
• Leadership opportunities
• Career development programs
• Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
• Continuing education allowance
• Tuition support and sponsorships
• Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
• Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
• Referral bonuses
• Competitive wage
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Generous pet care discounts
• Life, long and short-term disability insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time
• 401(k)

Why We Want You!

As a member of the VCA Northwest Animal Hospital, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parentby delivering an outstanding client experienceso we can provide exceptional care to every patient.

You have worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you have invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:

• Physical examinations and patient assessment
• Anesthesia monitoring
• Surgical preparation and assisting
• Dentistry
• Radiology
• Laboratory work
• Venipuncture
• Catheter placement
• Pharmacy
• Patient recovery
• Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals

Apply today! We value your time, and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. Apply today on our mobile-friendly application. We look forward to speaking with you!