Description

At Animal Dental Care & Oral Surgery in Fort Collins, we value our veterinary technicians as important team members. We are a fast-paced, high-volume, dental specialty referral practice performing advanced dental care and oral surgery for dogs and cats. We offer a 4 x 10-hour work week with no weekends or holidays. 

Fulfill your potential as a veterinary technician by taking advantage of our CE offerings in anesthesia and dentistry. Interested in pursuing a VTS Dentistry program? We will provide support to further your education. Our doctor team consists of MJ Redman, DVM, DAVDC and two residents. While we expect dedication, hardwork, and professionalism from our employees, we provide a supportive, welcoming, and fun environment in return. 

We are currently searching for a full-time compassionate, critical thinking, career-driven RVT/CVT/LVT with 2+ years experience and an interest in dentistry and anesthesia. Candidates should possess the skills necessary to provide quality patient care for pets, have proficient knowledge in veterinary medicine and communication skills with the ability to provide outstanding client care services.

Technical skills should include but are not limited to:

Has previous experience working in surgery and monitoring anesthesia 
Dental Prophylaxis, Probing and Charting (and dental digital radiographs a plus)
Anesthesia experience: induction, maintenance, monitoring, and recovery
Venipuncture and phlebotomy
Administration of Medications PO, SQ, IM, IV
Proficient in medical math
Provide high-quality nursing care to pre-op and post-op patients
Well-developed animal handling and restraint skills
Work directly with owners from check-in to check out
Superb communication skills with both clients and other staff via email, phone and in-person
Willingness to communicate clearly with doctors, team, and clients regarding treatment and estimates
Must thrive in a team environment
Prepares the treatment area for procedures, including preparation and sterilization of surgical instruments and supplies
Has experience with cleaning and wrapping surgical instruments
Is organized, focused and efficient
Willing and capable of lifting 30+ lbs 

Benefits:

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
401K
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Short Term Disability
Scrub and CE allowance yearly

Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays) - for eligible positions only
Discounted Veterinary Dentistry services
 

Requirements

Requirements and qualifications:

License/Certification: Veterinary Technician Certification (Required) – RVT/CVT/LVT

Veterinary Technician Experience: 3 years (Required)

Veterinary Anesthesia Experience: 2 years (Preferred)

Veterinary Dentistry Experience: 2 years (Preferred)

Education: High school or equivalent (Required) and
Certification through an accredited veterinary technician program or an Associate in Applied Science in Veterinary Technology (Required)
 

If interested in the RVT position please send a cover letter and resumé to meghan@covetdentist.com