Surgical and Anesthesia Veterinary Technician

Spire Canine Orthopedics | Windsor, Colorado
Full-Time | Tuesday–Friday 6:30am - 5:00pm| No Nights, Weekends, or On-Call

Spire Canine Orthopedics is expanding our surgical team in 2026, and we are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, mature, and compassionate veterinary technician to join our team Tuesday through Friday.

Are you a veterinary technician looking for an exceptional opportunity to grow your surgical skills? Are you organized, ambitious, and kind? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment alongside an experienced and dedicated team? Are you looking for a position where you can focus on providing outstanding patient care without nights, weekends, or on-call responsibilities?

If so, you may be the perfect fit for Spire.

Our surgical and anesthesia technicians play a critical role in providing safe, efficient, high-quality care and achieving the best possible outcomes for our patients.

To Apply:
Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Who We Are

Spire Canine Orthopedics, formerly Spire Veterinary Surgery, has been providing advanced veterinary surgical care since 2015. We now operate exclusively from our state-of-the-art orthopedic surgery center in Windsor, Colorado.

Spire is dedicated exclusively to the treatment of orthopedic conditions in dogs. Our team is led by Dr. Kevin McAbee, ACVS board-certified surgeon, who specializes in veterinary orthopedics.

We combine advanced surgical technology, meticulous planning, and minimally invasive techniques to treat a wide range of orthopedic conditions—from common injuries to complex fractures and everything in between.

We are proud to provide exceptional surgical care in a professional, collaborative, and patient-focused environment.

What You'll Do

As a Surgical & Anesthesia Veterinary Technician, you will work closely with Dr. McAbee and the surgical team throughout the entire patient experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and monitor anesthesia protocols for surgical patients
• Assist with orthopedic and advanced arthroscopic surgical procedures
• Maintain patient safety and provide exceptional pre-, intra-, and post-operative care
• Prepare and maintain the surgical instrument table during procedures
• Obtain diagnostic radiographs using proper positioning and technique
• Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment
• Remain scrubbed in and focused for extended surgical procedures
• Perform nursing duties including blood draws, IV catheter placement, intubation, laboratory procedures, and pre- and post-operative care
• Complete and maintain accurate medical records, including SOAPs, anesthesia records, estimates, and invoices
• Utilize ezyVet practice management software
• Provide excellent patient and client care
• Assist with client communication and scheduling
• Assist with record keeping and general administrative tasks
• Maintain equipment and contribute to overall hospital organization and cleanliness
• Perform other duties as required

This is an overview of the position and is not limited to the duties listed above.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is reliable, organized, motivated, and genuinely enjoys being part of a team.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Graduate of an AVMA-accredited Veterinary Technology program
• Credentialed Veterinary Technician (CVT, RVT, or LVT)
• 2+ years of experience in a veterinary clinical setting
• Working knowledge of veterinary surgery, anatomy, and sterile technique
• Working knowledge of anesthesia and surgical nursing care
• Strong attention to detail and ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team
• Ability to appropriately handle, lift, and restrain animals
• Ability to stand and remain focused for extended periods of time
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Basic computer skills
• A positive, professional, and team-oriented attitude

Experience in orthopedic surgery or anesthesia is a plus, but we are willing to train the right individual.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Full-time schedule, Tuesday–Friday 6:30am - 5:00pm
• No nights, weekends, or on-call
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Training and career development
• Uniform allowance
• 401(k) with potential company match
• Health Savings Account/Health Insurance
• License reimbursement
• Employee discount
• The opportunity to work alongside an exceptional team of veterinary professionals
• The opportunity to develop advanced skills in orthopedic surgery, arthroscopy, and anesthesia

Join the Spire Team

If you are passionate about veterinary medicine, enjoy working in a surgical environment, and want to be part of a team that takes pride in doing things exceptionally well, we would love to hear from you.

Send your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Uniform allowance

Experience:

• Veterinary technician: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Veterinary Technician Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person