PetVet Care Centers · 16 hours ago
Internal Medicine - Registered Veterinary Technician
Englewood, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$24/hr - $30/hr
1+ years expPetVet Care Centers is dedicated to improving the lives of animals and people by providing exceptional veterinary care. The Internal Medicine - Registered Veterinary Technician will support hospital operations by delivering quality veterinary care and exceptional service to patients and clients, including conducting examinations, assisting during surgeries, and maintaining medical records.
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Responsibilities
Determine animal requirements by conducting examinations and interviews, reviewing care plans and records, completing laboratory tests and studies, and diagnostic imaging
Care for patients by taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medications, drugs, and vaccines, and bandaging and wrapping wounds
Support patient examinations and operations by assembling required supplies and instruments, securing and bringing patients to examination rooms, and restraining patients; aids as directed by the veterinarian
Provide excellent pet care by applying full knowledge of anatomy, physiology, disease processes, pharmacology, specialized equipment usage, and specialized drug administration
Obtain and verify medications
Ensure that patients have food and water, clean patients' rooms, cages, and equipment; observe patients for clinical signs of disease
As directed, fill prescriptions and administer medications, including proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs
Maintain a safe, secure, healthy, and humane environment by sterilizing and wrapping instruments, sanitizing and disinfecting holding and operating areas, storing sterile supplies, verifying shelf life, following standards and procedures, and in compliance with applicable legal regulations
Maintain medical records by documenting patients’ conditions, reactions, and changes; update the database in an accurate and timely manner
Communicate with the pet owner about the status of the patient, as directed by the veterinarian
Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining equipment supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs
Maintain inventory, place orders for needed supplies, verify, and maintain receipts
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading professional journals
Release pets to their owners as directed; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed before their release
Understand and carry out oral and written directions
Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or practice
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
One or more years of experience with veterinary appointments, surgeries, and nursing care for hospitalized and critical patients
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) as required by State
Preferred
Has ER / Specialty hospital experience
Care and Compassion: Displays a desire to build rapport, provide personal assistance, and emotional support
Team Orientation: Works cooperatively with the team to address tasks and accomplish goals
Dependability: Demonstrates responsibility in completing tasks and accomplishing goals
Initiative: Proactively looks for the opportunity to address and follow through on work activities
Flexibility and Multi-Tasking: Adapts quickly to changing demands and manages multiple priorities effectively
Communication: Uses effective and appropriate methods of interacting with others
Customer Services: Displays a desire to provide outstanding service and exceed customer expectations
Organization and Attention to Detail: Monitors and reviews information thoroughly and maintains an organized system for all documents
Adherence to Rules and Instructions: Consistently follows standard procedures
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
401(k) with discretionary contribution
Team Member Pet Discounts
Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
CE stipends and career development resources
Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
Local hospital culture backed by national resources
Company
PetVet Care Centers
PetVet Care Centers is an operator of specialty and general practice animal hospitals in the United States.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$675MKey Investors
Golub Capital
2017-12-27Acquired
2017-06-13Debt Financing· $675M
Leadership Team
Tony DiPippa
Chief Financial Officer
Anthony Loomis
Chief Medical Officer
Recent News
2025-03-04
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