Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician / Veterinary Assistant – Durango, CO

Seeking an experienced Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant to join Riverview Animal Hospital, a 10‑doctor, AAHA‑accredited practice serving the Durango community. The role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of cases and a collaborative team environment.

• Obtain patient histories and maintain accurate electronic medical records.
• Assist veterinarians with examinations, diagnostics, and treatments.
• Perform venipuncture, IV catheter placement, and medication administration.
• Monitor anesthesia and assist with surgical procedures.
• Perform laboratory diagnostics, including hematology, cytology, urinalysis, and blood chemistry.
• Assist with dentistry, including dental radiographs and prophylaxis.
• Support hospitalized and urgent care patients.
• Educate clients on treatment plans, medications, and preventive care.
• Participate in advanced procedures such as TPLO surgeries, fracture repairs, endoscopic and laparoscopic procedures, brachycephalic airway surgeries, GDV surgeries, splenectomies, rehabilitation services, acupuncture, home hospice care, and advanced dentistry and diagnostics.

• Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant experience required.
• Credentialed Veterinary Technicians (CVT, RVT, LVT) encouraged to apply.
• Experienced non‑credentialed veterinary professionals will also be considered.
• Anesthesia monitoring experience required.
• Emergency anesthesia experience preferred.
• Dental experience preferred (training available).
• Ability to adapt to multiple doctors' workflows and patient needs.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Flexible, team‑oriented mindset.
• Passion for high‑quality medicine and patient care.

• Full‑time or part‑time opportunities available.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Rotating weekends and holidays.
• Evening and weekend shift opportunities available.
• Shift differential available for qualifying shifts.

• $20‑$26/hour based on experience and credentials.
• PAW bonus program.
• Shift differential opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays for eligible employees.
• Employee pet discounts.
• Uniforms provided.
• CE allowance for full‑time credentialed technicians.
• License renewal reimbursement for full‑time credentialed technicians.
• VTNE reimbursement for eligible employees.