SouthPark Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Lead Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to help guide our technical team while supporting outpatient care and procedural services, including surgery and dentistry.
We are looking for a versatile, client-focused technician who enjoys taking on a leadership role in a dynamic general practice environment. This position will balance hands-on patient care, client communication, and procedural support with responsibilities in team training, mentorship, and helping oversee the daily flow of the hospital.
As Lead RVT, you will play an important role in supporting and developing team members, sharing your clinical knowledge, and helping maintain organized, efficient daily workflows. We value credentialed technicians for the experience, clinical judgment, and leadership they bring to the team, helping elevate patient care, client experiences, and the overall quality of medicine.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
- Performing anesthesia induction, assisting, monitoring, and recovery
- Assisting in training, mentorship, and building procedures and SOPs
- Performing dental procedures, including prophylaxis and radiography
- Maintaining accurate, detailed 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 and managing daily workflow
- Building strong client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
Schedule and compensation:
- Compensation: $30 - $33 per hour, for each hour worked
- This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday from 8am - 6pm with a rotating Saturday from 9am - 1pm.
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
- Personal pet discount
- Uniform allowance
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
- 4+ years of veterinary technician experience
- Active and good-standing Registered Veterinary Technician in the state of Colorado**
- Proficiency in the following skills:
- Client communication and education
- Anesthetic induction, monitoring, and recovery
- Surgical assistance and aseptic technique
- Dental prophylaxis and dental radiography
- Venipuncture and intravenous catheter placement
- Medication administration and accurate drug calculations
- Laboratory sample collection and in-house diagnostic testing
- Accurate medical record documentation
- Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint techniques
- Training, mentoring, and managing daily workflow in hospital
- Exotic experience preferred but not required
**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 SouthPark Animal Clinic?
Located in beautiful Littleton, Colorado, SouthPark Animal Clinic is a three-doctor practice dedicated to providing exceptional, personalized veterinary care to a diverse range of patients. From dogs and cats to pocket pets, birds, reptiles, and turtles, our varied caseload makes every day unique and rewarding.
Our experienced team provides comprehensive care ranging from preventive medicine, diagnostics, and dentistry to orthopedic surgery. We believe great veterinary medicine is built on thoughtful, individualized care, strong client education, and lasting relationships with our patients and their families. We’re proud to create a collaborative environment where our team can use their skills, grow professionally, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the pets and people we serve.
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Posting Date: 11/11/26
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.
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.
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