Sploot Veterinary Care·Lakewood, Colorado
Support veterinarians with clinical procedures including surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, diagnostics, and lab work. Maintain accurate digital records and provide clear communication and education to pet owners.
Urgent Care + General Practice | No Overnights | Flexible Shifts Burned out by overbooked schedules and lack of support? At Sploot, you'll practice high-quality medicine alongside an exceptional team — with the tools, mentorship, and work-life balance to actually love what you do. What Makes Sploot Different Flexible 10–12 hour shifts with varying days per week + No overnights 3:1 Nurse to DVM ratio — your skills are valued and fully utilized Tech-forward tools including laparoscopic surgery suite and AI scribe software Balanced mix of urgent care and wellness cases — no two days are the same Strong pre-visit triage so you walk into every appointment prepared What Makes You a Great Fit RVT — Current Veterinary Technician License in the state of Colorado 1+ year of vet tech experience; emergency or urgent care is a plus but not required Team-first mindset — collaborative, communicative, and willing to jump in where needed Organized and proactive in a fast-paced environment, with a sharp eye for detail Compassionate with pets, patient with clients, and motivated to keep growing Bonus Points: experience or interest in dentistry or anesthesia What You'll Do Clinical Partnership: Support veterinarians with surgery prep, anesthesia monitoring, treatments, and diagnostics Technical & Lab Skills: Perform blood draws, lab work, IV catheter placement, radiographs, medication and vaccine administration, and wound care assistance Client Education & Support: Guide and reassure pet parents by clearly communicating care plans and at-home instructions Clinic Operations: Maintain accurate digital records (with AI scribe support), restock supplies, and keep equipment clean and sterilized Culture & Mentorship: Contribute to a positive, solutions-focused team environment and support the growth of veterinary assistants The Perks of the Pack $26–$29/hour, plus 1.5x pay on Sploot-recognized holidays Full reimbursement for Colorado technician licensure + up to 10 hours of CE annually Employee Pet Benefits — free, at-cost, or deep discounts for up to 5 of your own pets Health, Dental, and Vision with a generous employer contribution; HSA available 401(k) with company match Generous PTO, and up to 12 weeks paid parental leave Free Sploot-branded FIGS scrubs, unlimited snacks, and regular team events Sploot is an equal opportunity employer and practices continuous hiring in accordance with Colorado state law. We welcome applications year-round and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. #LI-Onsite
Must hold a current Veterinary Technician License in the state of Colorado. Requires at least one year of veterinary technician experience and a collaborative, team-first mindset.
Market context
Veterinary Technician openings in Colorado often draw steady interest because clinics need hands-on support for patient care, surgery prep, and day-to-day teamwork. This role is competitive for candidates with surgical experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently while fitting into a team. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight surgical skills and patient-care experience.
