Registered Veterinary Technician - Hospital

Relief Registered Veterinary Technician

Compensation Range $20.00-$25.00 per hour

Applications will be accepted through October 29, 2026

The Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) assists veterinarians with all aspects of animal treatment and patient care, provides client education, and supports the services and mission of the Humane Society of Boulder Valley (HSBV). This position plays an integral role in delivering high-quality veterinary medical care for both owned and shelter animals while promoting positive client experiences, operational excellence, and animal welfare. Senior Veterinary Assistants may perform similar responsibilities but are not registered or credentialed veterinary technicians.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below represent the primary responsibilities of this position. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Veterinary Patient Care

· Coordinate daily surgery and treatment schedules.

· Perform pre-surgical patient preparation and physical assessments, communicating concerns to veterinarians.

· Calculate, administer, and document anesthetic and pre-anesthetic medications.

· Monitor anesthesia throughout surgical procedures and during recovery.

· Administer medications and treatments to hospitalized patients.

· Provide feeding, cleaning, monitoring, and supportive nursing care.

· Operate digital radiology equipment and follow all radiation safety protocols.

· Perform dental prophylaxis procedures, including dental radiography.

· Prepare laboratory samples and perform in-house diagnostic testing.

· Assist veterinarians with examinations and medical appointments.

· Conduct technician appointments as assigned.

· Respond to urgent and emergency medical situations and provide triage support.

· Maintain accurate medical records and complete required documentation

Shelter Medicine and Animal Welfare

· Perform daily health assessments and scheduled medical treatments for shelter animals.

· Assist veterinarians during shelter rounds and treatment plans.

· Support the care and treatment of animals participating in foster programs.

· Assist with euthanasia procedures as assigned and in accordance with established protocols.

· Review medical disclosures with adopters and provide education regarding ongoing care needs.

· Respond to post-adoption medical inquiries and coordinate follow-up appointments.

· Collaborate with the Behavior and Health team regarding animal health and behavioral concerns.

· Promote humane treatment and high standards of animal welfare throughout shelter operations.

Client Service and Community Engagement

· Educate clients regarding treatment plans, medications, and post-procedure care.

· Provide exceptional service to clients, adopters, volunteers, and community members.

· Assist with appointment scheduling and client communication.

· Represent HSBV professionally and courteously at all times.

· Promote HSBV programs, services, events, and mission-related opportunities.

· Build positive relationships that strengthen community engagement and organizational impact.

Hospital Operations and Team Collaboration

• Assist with daily Veterinary Hospital operations.
• Perform opening, operational, and closing responsibilities.
• Clean, sterilize, and prepare medical and surgical equipment.
• Monitor equipment functionality and report maintenance needs.
• Assist with inventory management and supply ordering.
• Support development and adherence to hospital protocols and procedures.
• Train and support interns, externs, veterinary assistants, kennel attendants, and volunteers.
• Collaborate effectively with veterinarians, shelter staff, client services, and other departments.
• Maintain required licensure and participate in continuing education.
• Communicate operational concerns and recommendations to leadership.

Safety and Compliance

· Follow all HSBV safety, security, and risk-management policies.

· Adhere to veterinary regulations, licensing requirements, and professional standards.

· Follow radiation safety, controlled substance, and medical recordkeeping requirements.

· Complete required safety and security training.

· Report hazards, incidents, and safety concerns promptly.

· Promote a safe environment for employees, volunteers, clients, and animals.

· Take appropriate action to address unsafe conditions or policy violations.

Additional Responsibilities

This position may perform additional duties and responsibilities as needed to support departmental operations and HSBV's mission.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but may provide training, coaching, and day-to-day guidance to:

• Veterinary assistants
• Hospital kennel attendants
• Interns and externs
• Volunteers

Knowledge

· Associate degree in Veterinary Technology or completion of an accredited Veterinary Technician program.

· Current Colorado Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) credential required.

· Veterinary nursing principles and patient care practices.

· Anesthesia administration, monitoring, and recovery protocols.

· Surgical preparation, sterility, and aseptic techniques.

· Veterinary radiology procedures and radiation safety standards.

· Animal health assessment, disease recognition, and treatment protocols.

· Diagnostic laboratory procedures and dental prophylaxis techniques.

· Shelter medicine principles, population health, and animal welfare standards.

· Medical recordkeeping requirements, controlled substance documentation, and applicable regulatory standards.

· Veterinary software systems and electronic medical records, including AVImark or similar platforms.

Skills

· Strong verbal and written communication skills.

· Excellent client service and relationship-building abilities.

· Ability to remain calm and effective in stressful, urgent, or emotionally charged situations.

· Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

· Effective time management and organizational skills.

· Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

· Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.

· Ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a team.

· Adaptability and flexibility in response to changing priorities and organizational needs.

· Ability to build collaborative relationships with colleagues, volunteers, clients, adopters, and community partners.

· Ability to train, mentor, and support veterinary assistants, interns, externs, and volunteers.

Core Competencies

All HSBV employees are expected to demonstrate the following competencies:

Communication

· Supports effective teamwork and client service by communicating clearly, professionally, and respectfully with colleagues, volunteers, clients, adopters, and community partners.

Adaptability

· Responds positively to changing priorities, operational needs, and organizational initiatives while maintaining effectiveness and a solutions-focused approach.

Accountability

· Takes ownership of responsibilities, follows through on commitments, and delivers work accurately and reliably.

Initiative

· Identifies opportunities for improvement, addresses challenges proactively, and takes appropriate action to support team and organizational success.

Sound Judgment

· Applies critical thinking and professional judgment to make informed, ethical, and timely decisions that support animal welfare, employee safety, and organizational goals.

Relationship Building

· Builds and maintains positive, collaborative relationships with colleagues, volunteers, clients, adopters, donors, and community partners to support a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Professionalism

· Demonstrates integrity, reliability, respect, and accountability in all interactions and represents HSBV in a positive and professional manner

Mission Focus

· Supports HSBV's mission by advancing the welfare of animals, providing compassionate care, fostering positive human-animal relationships, and contributing to a collaborative and mission-driven culture.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive movements as required by the position.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull materials, equipment, or animals weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to use computers, telephones, and other standard office or industry-specific equipment as required.
• Ability to safely perform duties in a variety of environments consistent with the position's responsibilities.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a variety of settings depending on the position and may include office environments, animal care areas, veterinary facilities, public-facing service areas, outdoor environments, community event locations, and other work-related settings.

Depending on the position, employees may be exposed to:

• Animals of varying sizes, species, breeds, and temperaments.
• Animal-related noise, odors, allergens, and biological materials.
• Cleaning products, disinfectants, and other workplace chemicals.
• Frequent interaction with employees, volunteers, donors, adopters, clients, and community members.

Travel Requirements

Travel requirements vary by position. Some positions may require occasional local travel to meetings, trainings, donor events, conferences, community outreach activities, or other HSBV-related functions.

Employees who drive on behalf of HSBV may be required to maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Living Our Values

At Humane Society of Boulder Valley, our values guide how we care for animals, support one another, and serve our community. Employees are expected to demonstrate these values through their actions, decisions, and interactions.

Kindness

Every decision and action we take is motivated by our belief that animals are their best selves when they are part of a healthy relationship. We build trust by giving our animals the freedom of choice and encouraging expressions of joy. We reinforce moments that spark the development of new and healthy relationships between pets and people.

Trust

We have confidence in the good intentions of our colleagues, and we strive to create an environment in which we are safe to be vulnerable and authentic in our daily interactions. Giving each other the benefit of the doubt lays the foundation of new relationships and sustains and deepens existing ones.

Optimism

We choose to be joyful and find the opportunities within each challenge. Our positive outlook fuels and sustains us.

Humility

We are quick to celebrate our colleagues’ achievements and strengths and understand they complement our own talents and areas for growth. Our self-awareness, appreciation and generosity promote a culture of respect and kindness.

Collaboration

We proactively develop strong working relationships with our colleagues because our soundest decisions result from open and thoughtful dialogue. We are considerate of the impact our actions have on others, and we use appreciative and respectful inquiry to gain understanding.

Ingenuity

We are agile and adaptive, proactively evolving to meet the challenges of the future by identifying and removing barriers and creatively shaping new solutions. We embrace change as vital to our continued success, and we are empowered to take thoughtful risks to fulfill our mission.