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Boulder, Colorado, United States of America
CATEGORY
Veterinary Technician / Assistant
JOB ID
R-240092
JOB TYPE
Full time
INTRODUCTION
VCA Broadway Animal Hospital and Pet Center, located in Boulder, CO, is seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team!
Location: 1405 S Broadway Boulder, CO 80305
Application Deadline: 6/30/2026
Pay Range: $23.00-$28.00
Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts. Rotating Saturdays
Teamwork is constant in our daily practice, and our team is dedicated to make it their mission to help pets live long healthy lives. To be true to this mission, we rely on teamwork. Each team member is equally important in helping our patients and clients.
At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are looking to add (full time or part time) team members to our hospital! We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality. There is something special about you and we are excited to learn more!
WHY JOIN THE VCA BROADWAY ANIMAL HOSPITAL AND PET CENTER?
We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician career has to offer.
We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Leadership opportunities
- Career development programs
- Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- Continuing education allowance
- Tuition support and sponsorships
- Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
- Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive wage
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Generous pet care discounts
- Life, long and short-term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time
- 401(k)
WHY WE WANT YOU!
As a member of the VCA Broadway Animal Hospital and Pet Center, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
You have worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you have invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:
- Physical examinations and patient assessment
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical preparation and assisting
- Dentistry
- Radiology
- Laboratory work
- Venipuncture
- Catheter placement
- Pharmacy
- Patient recovery
- Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals
Apply today!
We value your time, and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. Apply today on our mobile-friendly application. We look forward to speaking with you! If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
LOCATION
Boulder, Colorado, United States of America
CATEGORY
Veterinary Technician / Assistant
JOB ID
R-240092
JOB TYPE
Full time
INTRODUCTION
VCA Broadway Animal Hospital and Pet Center, located in Boulder, CO, is seeking a full-time Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) to join our team!
Location: 1405 S Broadway Boulder, CO 80305
Application Deadline: 6/30/2026
Pay Range: $23.00-$28.00
Schedule: 4x10-hour shifts. Rotating Saturdays
Teamwork is constant in our daily practice, and our team is dedicated to make it their mission to help pets live long healthy lives. To be true to this mission, we rely on teamwork. Each team member is equally important in helping our patients and clients.
At VCA Animal Hospitals, we are looking to add (full time or part time) team members to our hospital! We have a unique culture in our hospital that values each person’s individual skill and personality. There is something special about you and we are excited to learn more!
WHY JOIN THE VCA BROADWAY ANIMAL HOSPITAL AND PET CENTER?
We are passionate about supporting veterinary technicians and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a veterinary technician career has to offer.
We are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity, and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. We support a work environment where you can focus on your career, your happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team!
- Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community
- Leadership opportunities
- Career development programs
- Opportunities to give back through strong shelter partnerships and VCA Charities
- Continuing education allowance
- Tuition support and sponsorships
- Veterinary Technician license reimbursement
- Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)
- Referral bonuses
- Competitive wage
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Generous pet care discounts
- Life, long and short-term disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation (2 weeks to start) and sick time
- 401(k)
WHY WE WANT YOU!
As a member of the VCA Broadway Animal Hospital and Pet Center, you will support technician and doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients. Your mission will be to win the confidence of every pet parent—by delivering an outstanding client experience—so we can provide exceptional care to every patient.
You have worked hard for your credentials (CVT, RVT, LVT) and we want you to use the knowledge that you have invested your time and talent in. The skills that you will be utilizing include, but are not limited to:
- Physical examinations and patient assessment
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Surgical preparation and assisting
- Dentistry
- Radiology
- Laboratory work
- Venipuncture
- Catheter placement
- Pharmacy
- Patient recovery
- Compassionate care of our hospitalized animals
Apply today!
We value your time, and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. Apply today on our mobile-friendly application. We look forward to speaking with you! If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!
The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Registered Veterinary Technician
Target employers enrolled in E-Verify
Veterinary practices and corporate clinic groups enrolled in E-Verify are more likely to have an established HR process for H-1B filings. Filter your search on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active LCA filing history for this role.
Check prevailing wage tiers using OFLC Wage Search
DOL assigns RVT roles to a wage level based on experience and supervision. Run your state and metropolitan area through OFLC Wage Search before negotiating an offer so you know whether the employer's proposed salary meets the Level I or Level II threshold.
Ask about cap-exempt status during interviews
Nonprofit veterinary teaching hospitals and university-affiliated clinics may qualify as cap-exempt employers, letting you bypass the annual lottery entirely. Ask HR directly whether the organization files under INA Section 214(c) cap exemption before accepting an offer.
Gather state licensure documentation before the I-129 filing
Your employer's attorney needs your current state RVT license, AVMA-accredited transcripts, and any reciprocity letters before preparing Form I-129. Missing one document delays the USCIS petition, which matters when you're working against the October 1 start date.
Submit your H-1B registration in the first two weeks of March
USCIS opens H-1B lottery registration each March, typically for about two weeks. Your employer must register you during that window. Missing it means waiting a full year, so confirm your employer's immigration counsel is calendared well before March 1.
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Does a Registered Veterinary Technician role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, RVT positions qualify as specialty occupations when the employer requires an AVMA-accredited associate's or bachelor's degree in veterinary technology and state licensure. USCIS evaluates whether the specific job duties demand that specialized body of knowledge. General animal care or assistant roles without a degree requirement typically do not qualify, so the job description language in the offer letter matters.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for veterinary technicians?
Corporate veterinary groups, emergency and specialty hospitals, veterinary schools, and zoological institutions are the most common H-1B sponsors for RVTs. Smaller independent practices rarely sponsor due to cost and administrative burden. University-affiliated veterinary hospitals are worth targeting specifically because they may qualify as cap-exempt, letting you skip the annual lottery. Browse verified sponsors on Migrate Mate to find employers with documented LCA filing history for this occupation.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change veterinary employers?
H-1B status is employer-specific, so your new employer must file a transfer petition with USCIS before you start working for them. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for the new employer once the transfer petition is filed and receipted, without waiting for approval, as long as you were in valid H-1B status when you applied. Don't resign your current position until the receipt notice is in hand.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect RVT job offers?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL confirming your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your role and location. RVT wages are assigned to wage levels based on experience and complexity of duties. If the employer's budget falls below the DOL wage floor for your area, they legally cannot file the petition at that salary. Run your metro area through OFLC Wage Search to understand the threshold before negotiating.
Can I work as an RVT on OPT while waiting for H-1B approval?
Yes. If you graduated from a U.S. accredited veterinary technology program on an F-1 visa, you can work as an RVT during your OPT period while your employer files your H-1B. If your degree qualifies as STEM under DOL classification, you may also apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you more runway through the lottery cycle. Confirm the SOC code on your STEM OPT extension matches the RVT role your employer will list on the LCA.
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