Polo Springs Veterinary Hospital is Hiring a Licensed Veterinary Technician!
Position Details
- Role: Licensed Veterinary Technician
- Status: Full-time
- Salary: $19–$23 per hour
- Schedule: 3 ten-hour days, rotating Saturdays
Benefits Highlights
- Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
- Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
- Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, state license & VTNE fee reimbursement, and uniform allowance
- Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
Are you passionate about providing outstanding patient care and exceptional client service? If so, we would love to hear from you! Polo Springs Veterinary Hospital is looking for a licensed veterinary technician to add to our team of compassionate professionals who aim to provide high-quality veterinary care. For almost 30 years, Polo Springs Veterinary Hospital has proudly served the community of Colorado Springs and surrounding areas. Many clients have been with us nearly all those years, and a few of our staff members as well! We're looking for candidates who bring creative ideas, critical thinking abilities, and a lead with a positive, supportive attitude everyday.
We take employee well-being seriously and offer superior salary and benefits, including:
Financial Benefits
- A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Workplace Benefits
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
Lifestyle Benefits
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Qualifications:
- Previous experience as a LVT preferred, not required
- Excellent communication skills, and ability to build rapport with clients and fellow team members.
- Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a busy environment
- Patience and a love for animals
- Completion of an accredited veterinary technology program and be licensed in Colorado.
Job duties include:
- Proficient venipuncture, preventative care knowledge, surgical and anesthesia experience (prep, monitoring, recovery, etc), catheter placement, diagnostic imaging, dental procedures, medication dispensing and administering, obtaining complete medical history, and working alongside Veterinarian.
- Work closely with the entire hospital staff to ensure the health and well-being of all our pet patients.
Why Our Veterinary Technicians Love Polo Springs Veterinary Hospital:
- Consistent scheduling for a proper work-life balance
- Leadership that listens and invests in your development
- Occasional coffee runs and meals on us
- Mentorship, continuing education, and support for all team members
What Our Veterinary Technicians Bring:
- Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude
- Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting
- A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught
- Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience
Join Our Team!
If you crave a predictable schedule, a supportive crew, and room to learn and lead, you’ll love it here. We look forward to your contributions toward a meaningful mission where you will make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners! Apply today!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Polo Springs Veterinary Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
