Registered Veterinary Technician or Equivalent

  • Riverview Animal Hospital
  • Durango, Colorado
  • Full Time

Riverview Animal Hospital is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Veterinary Technician to join our team. As a full-service 10+ doctor veterinary office, we offer state-of-the-art diagnostics, advanced care, routine and advanced surgical procedures, laproscopy, ultrasound, rehabilitation, urgent care and many other services to provide our pet community with the best care. 2 locations in beautiful Durango, Colorado!

Registered Veterinary Technician Role Requirements

  • Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT) or the ability to transfer credentials from state to state.
  • Experienced Non Certified applicants may be considered

Registered Veterinary Technician Responsibilities

  • Professional client communication and education, obtaining medical histories and symptoms along with electronic medical record keeping skills.
  • Laboratory procedures preparing or preforming: hematology, cytology, urinalysis, blood chemistry, and fecals.
  • Diagnostic imaging
  • Nursing skills including: restraining patients, administering medications. PO/IV/SQ/IM, applying bandages, proficient IV catheter placement and venipuncture.
  • Assists the Veterinarian in medical and surgical. Performs dental prophylaxis, dental x-rays, surgery prep, and anesthesia monitoring.

Compensation

  • The base hourly range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00. Our pay ranges are primarily determined by role and level of responsibilities. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and additional factors such as relevant education or training.
  • Position eligible for a periodic PAW bonus
  • Position eligible for shift stipend
  • Must be willing to rotate weekend and evening shifts

Benefits

* Paid holidays

* 401K Retirement

* 401K Matching

* Health, Dental, and Vision insurance with a generous employer contribution

* Health Savings Account available

* Generous pet care benefits

* Paid Time Off (PTO)

* License reimbursement

* Professional development assistance

* Team events and other local social activities

** For qualified candidates; benefits may vary based on experience and full vs part time

Accepting applications through 6/5/26

Job ID: 516093115
Originally Posted on: 4/3/2026

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