Veterinary Technician Jobs in Buffalo Creek, CO

A Veterinary Technician plays a crucial role in the veterinary industry, providing essential support to veterinarians in diagnosing and treating animals with various health issues. They are responsible for performing a variety of procedures, such as drawing blood, administering medication, preparing animals and equipment for surgery, and assisting during surgical procedures. Veterinary Technicians also conduct laboratory tests and interpret the results, monitor anesthesia and recovery, and educate pet owners on pet care and health issues. They work in a range of settings, including veterinary clinics, animal hospitals, research facilities, and zoos.

Before becoming a Veterinary Technician, a person may work as a veterinary assistant, animal caretaker, or kennel attendant. To qualify as a Veterinary Technician, one must possess an associate's degree in veterinary technology from an accredited institution. Some regions require Veterinary Technicians to pass the Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) to become licensed or certified. Additionally, they should have strong technical skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, patience, and a genuine love for animals. They should also be capable of handling stressful situations and making quick decisions in emergency situations.

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Forestry Technician (Fire)

  • Buffalo Creek, CO
  • 7 days ago
  • Buffalo Creek, CO
  • 7 days ago

Forestry Technician (Fire) 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars Buffalo Creek, CO Duties Performs as a member of a fire crew assigned to suppress the full range of difficulty and complexity of fires. Observes,...

Urgent Care Veterinary Technician

  • Englewood, CO (24 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (24 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 12 days ago

Each of our paperless clinics is specially designed to deliver efficient care and equipped with cloud-based EMR, digital x-ray, and a full suite of IDEXX in-house lab equipment....

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Lakewood, CO (20 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lakewood, CO (20 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 13 days ago

catheter placement and venipuncture, surgery prep, anaesthesia monitoring Proficient in dental prophylaxis Position Require ments: Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or...

Registered Veterinary Technician

  • Castle Rock, CO (21 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Castle Rock, CO (21 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 15 days ago

catheter placement and venipuncture, surgery prep, anaesthesia monitoring Proficient in dental prophylaxis Position Require ments: Veterinary Technician Certification or Licensure (CVT, RVT, LVT, or...

Vet Technician / Vet Assistant

  • Littleton, CO (20 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 26 days ago
  • Littleton, CO (20 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 26 days ago

Preparing surgical suite and surgical patients Requirements: This position does require a strong skill set in the basics of restraint, animal care and basic veterinary knowledge....

Veterinary Technician III

  • Highlands Ranch, CO (19 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 27 days ago
  • Highlands Ranch, CO (19 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 27 days ago

Demonstrated ability to complete the veterinary technician skills checklist for Veterinary Technician III 5+ years of experience as a Veterinary Technician in practice is preferred....

Veterinary Technician

  • Highlands Ranch, CO (19 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 28 days ago
  • Highlands Ranch, CO (19 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 28 days ago

The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to: Venipuncture catheter placement radiology anesthesia monitoring physical examinations and patient assessment surgical preparation...

Veterinary Technician Supervisor - RVT

  • Littleton, CO (20 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Littleton, CO (20 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 30+ days ago

VCA Dakota Ridge is seeking an experienced Registered Veterinary Technician to join our leadership team as Technician Supervisor....

Hospital Veterinary Technician

  • Highlands Ranch, CO (19 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Highlands Ranch, CO (19 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 45+ days ago

The Veterinary Technician represents the mission and values to all clients and partners....

Cardiologist - VRCC Veterinary Specialists and Emergency Hospital

  • Englewood, CO (24 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Englewood, CO (24 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 60+ days ago

technicians, assistants, and other staff Dedication to continuous learning and improvement in veterinary care For further inquiries or to submit your application, please contact Julia Stephens at ....

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Lakewood, CO (20 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lakewood, CO (20 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 60+ days ago

Red Rocks Animal Center is a high-volume clinic looking for a Certified Veterinary Technician who can excel in our fast-paced 3 doctor practice....

Certified Veterinary Technician

  • Englewood, CO (24 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Englewood, CO (24 miles from Buffalo Creek, CO)
  • 90+ days ago

Position at Thrive Pet Healthcare Certified Veterinary Technician Hampden Family Pet Hospital Englewood, CO Hampden Family Pet Hospital is looking for aCertified Veterinary Technician (CVT) to join...

Veterinary Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Antimicrobial Stewardship in Veterinary Practice
Vets and human health professionals both have a responsibility to address the challenge of antimicrobial stewardship. Veterinary nurses, surgeons and pharmacists need the skills to prescribe...
Veterinary Technician Exam Prep
The best Vet Tech VTNE exam prep to help you achieve your career goals. Here are all the resources available in our Veterinary Technician exam prep: 3 full-length practice tests to help you fully...
Virtual Work Experience and Exploring the Veterinary Profession
The COVID-19 pandemic means that many potential vet students cannot undertake animal handling work experience. On this course, youll get insight into the reality of life as a vet so that you can...

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Salary for Veterinary Technician Jobs in Buffalo Creek, CO

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Veterinary Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Veterinary Technicians in Buffalo Creek, CO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.1%
Associate's Degree
27.4%
High School or GED
20.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Master's Degree
3.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Veterinary Technicians in Buffalo Creek, CO
Less than 1 year
50.3%
None
20.2%
1-2 years
17.5%
2-4 years
10.4%
4-6 years
1.6%


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