Registered Veterinary Technician
- Pay
- $21 – $25 per hour
- Location
- Montrose, CO
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About the role
Alta Vista Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team and support both outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.
We're looking for a versatile, client-focused veterinary technician who enjoys working in a collaborative general practice and thrives in a role that offers variety, from exam room care and client communication to hands-on procedures and patient support.
The ideal candidate is confident in their clinical skills, uses sound judgment, and communicates with both clients and team members professionally. This role will be an integral part of the hospital's outpatient and procedural care, helping deliver a consistently high level of medicine and an exceptional experience for every patient and family.
Responsibilities include
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Performing anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Maintaining accurate, thorough medical records and treatment documentation
- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
- Identifying patient concerns and supporting efficient case management across the hospital
- Building positive relationships with clients through education, communication, and attentive service
Schedule and compensation
- Compensation: $ 21 - $25 per hour, for each hour worked
- This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Wednesday - Saturdays.
- The schedule also offers opportunity for occasional half-days on Saturdays.
Full-time Benefits Package*
- Bonus package: $2000 based on active, good-standing veterinary technician credentials in the state of Colorado
- CE allowance: $500-$1,000 based on tenure and credentials
- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Outstanding personal pet discount
- Holiday parties yearly
- Community outreach events
- Hills and Royal Canine feeding program
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set
- 2+ years of veterinary technician experience
- Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Colorado
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Client education and communication
- Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
- Patient assessment, nursing care, and monitoring
- Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
- Medical administration and accurate drug calculations
- Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
- Blood draws and in-house lab testing
Additional information
Recent graduates pending VTNE testing and licensure, or out-of-state license-holders who are eligible to transfer a license, are also encouraged to apply
Why choose Alta Vista Animal Hospital?
Alta Vista Animal Hospital is a trusted, full-service veterinary practice serving pets and their families throughout Montrose, Olathe, Delta, Ridgway, Ouray, and Telluride. Our collaborative team of two DVMs and dedicated support staff provides compassionate, personalized care for companion animals and pocket pets. From preventive wellness and advanced diagnostics to surgery and exotic animal medicine, we are committed to high-quality medicine, strong client relationships, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of the pets we care for.
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Posting Date: 08/06/26
The application deadline is at least 5 days after the posting date.
How to apply: Please click the "apply" link provided on the job posting platform.
Pay and benefits
This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process.
Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Pay Range $21 - $25 USD
Candidate Privacy Notice
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
From Western Veterinary Partners's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 13, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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