Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is excited to announce we are looking to add a Veterinary Technician to our Surgery and Anesthesia Department!Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is Hiring… and so is everyone else. So, what is unique about our hospital?Every aspect of our organization links to one key tenet, which is to provide compassionate and optimal patient care. We have a long standing and national reputation of gold standard medicine, supported by both the education and training of our team members, along with top-of-the-line equipment needed to keep stride with the advancements in veterinary medicine.With this as the epicenter of our mission, our culture consists of respect, compassion, understanding, and teamwork.Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital provides an internal community that supports work-life balance, employee learning and engagement and personal and career development; we also are committed to external community involvement, which encompasses fellow veterinary establishments and shelters, city eco sustainability actions, support of local businesses and law enforcement pet care.We are not just a corporation, we are an entity, a living, breathing, growing organism that can only thrive when comprised of great team members.About the job: The surgery department at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is a busy, 4 doctor practice plus a surgery intern. Because we are a referral hospital, we see a lot of interesting and challenging cases. We are looking for technicians who are flexible, adaptable, and driven, who have an interest in advancing their anesthesia, patient care, and pain management skills and knowledge.How you'll make a difference:
Patient pre-op preparation and post-op monitoring
Patient sedation and anesthesia induction and monitoring
Radiography, surgical assisting, and assisting veterinarian as needed
Client communication and admitting/discharging patients as needed
What you will bring:
Experience working as a Credentialed Veterinary Technician and confidence in anesthesia
Providing empathy, comfort, and unparalleled nursing care to all patients and their owners
Positive outlook, ability to work in a highly collaborative environment, and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community
Excellent communication and organizational skills and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected.
Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun!
Schedule: Full-Time position, Mon-Thur schedule 9am-7pm, and on-call shifts once trainedSalary: $24 - $30 / hour based on experience, additional salary for on-call shifts and procedures completedBenefits:
Discount on veterinary care and pet insurance options for your furry family
Mental health support with Talkspace
Uniform allowance
Learning and growth opportunities
Continuing education support for licensed team members
401k retirement plan options with company match
Medical, vision, and dental insurance options - some plans may be paid up to 100%
Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
Paid time off and holiday pay for full-time team members
Location: 10140 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033Apply today to learn how Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital can be your next career home!#VETTECHVeritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Veritas does not currently sponsor applicants for work Visas, except for TN or E-3 Visa.All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.Powered by JazzHR
