Are You Our Next Unicorn?

Are you ready to combine your horse experience with your passion for hands-on veterinary care? Looking for a supportive team and a practice that values your growth, well-being, and happiness? Look no further—High Country Veterinary Services is hiring and adding to our wonderful support staff!

We’re not just another practice—we’re a close-knit team dedicated to authenticity, collaboration, excellence, and accountability. We truly enjoy each other’s company and fiercely protect the supportive, fun-loving culture we’ve built. Open communication and genuine teamwork form the backbone of everything we do.

If you’re excited about leveraging your expertise in an environment where you can make a real impact, keep reading!

What You’ll Do

As one of our Veterinary Technicians or Assistants, you’re the glue that keeps the entire practice running smoothly. Here’s a snapshot of what your day may include:

• Stocking & Logistics: Ensuring the veterinary truck is loaded with essential supplies.
• On-the-Go Support: Traveling to client facilities, setting up equipment, taking TPR's and prepping for procedures.  Or checking in outpatients at our Haul-In facility, taking vitals, and getting IV catheters in.
• Patient Handling: Safely lunging, jogging, and restraining horses during exams and treatments.
• Hands-On Treatment: Applying bandages, administering laser or shockwave therapy, and injectables under the veterinarian’s direction.
• Administrative Tasks: Managing invoicing, medical record assistance, and client/team communications.
• Laboratory Sample handling: Prepping all samples to send out or run in house laboratory tests.
• Adapting on the Fly: Rolling with the inevitable surprises that come with equine practice—and keeping your smile through it all!

Schedule:

• Typically 35-40 hours/week, 8 AM – 6 PM, four days/week.
• We’re open to discussing other schedules for the right candidate—just let us know what you need!

Who We’re Looking For

• Equine Experience: You have extensive horse experience and at least 1 year of veterinary technician or assistant work under your belt.
• Detail-Oriented Pro: You thrive on staying organized and juggling multiple priorities.
• “Can-Do” Attitude: You’re resourceful, adaptable, and eager to tackle challenges in a fast-paced environment.
• Team Player: You naturally jump in to help your teammates (it’s in your DNA!).
• Proactive Problem-Solver: You excel at recognizing what needs to be done and taking initiative without being asked.

Why Join High Country Veterinary Services?

1. Earn What You’re Worth

   • If you’re self-motivated, you’ll love our structured training and performance-based pay tiers — you control your raises.
   • Start at an orientation wage, then move up the pay scale as you master new competencies.
   • Already a credentialed CVT? Enjoy additional pay for your hard-earned credentials!

2. Benefits Designed for You

   • Employee Discounts on veterinary services, supplies, and feed for your own animals including Triple Crown Horse Feed.
   • Healthcare Stipend, Short-Term Disability, and access to group Aflac services.
   • Paid Time Off: 10 days PTO to start off, 48 hours of separate sick leave, and 8 paid holidays.  
   • Retirement Investment: 4% employer match on your 401(k).
   • We Cover CO State Licensure Fees for credentialed technicians.

3. Diverse, Engaging Clientele

   • A mix of ranch horses, competition horses (English and Western), and cherished retirees living out their golden years.

4. Empowerment Through Knowledge

   • We value continuous learning—for our clients and our team. You’ll enjoy abundant CE opportunities and an Equine Fear Free Certification to get you started.

How to Apply

We can’t wait to hear from you! To get started, please send us:

1. Your CV outlining your relevant experience.
2. A Cover Letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for High Country Veterinary Services.
3. Three References, including at least one from a recent or current employer.

Applications are open until the position is filled. We will send you a more detailed job description on request or application.  Don’t miss your chance to join our amazing team and help shape the future of equine care in Steamboat Springs!

A Few Must-Haves

• Equine Experience: You have extensive horse experience and at least 1 year of veterinary technician or assistant work under your belt.
• High School Diploma or higher education
• Valid Driver’s License
• Clean Background Check (we’ll run one upon hire)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, jog (or run) alongside horses, and work in cold, snowy conditions (Colorado life!).
• Tech Savvy enough to use practice management software, internal communication apps, and AI dictation daily.

About High Country Veterinary Services

High Country Veterinary Services, LLC (www.highcountryvet.com) is a premier equine-only veterinary practice located in the heart of north-west Colorado, where the breathtaking Rocky Mountain landscape meets a thriving equestrian community. Based in Steamboat Springs, we are proud to serve the unique needs of horse owners across the region. Known for its world-class outdoor recreation, vibrant local culture, and strong equine traditions, our area offers an unparalleled lifestyle for both professionals and horse enthusiasts. At High Country Veterinary Services, we’re dedicated to enhancing the health, performance, and longevity of horses through exceptional care, client education, and community involvement. Our tagline, "Empowering Equine Partnerships", embodies our mission to strengthen the bond between horse and rider. We provide a comprehensive range of services—from advanced diagnostics and treatment to preventative care—all tailored to meet the specific needs of our equine patients. Collaboration and education are at the heart of what we do. For our clients, this means fostering open communication and equipping them with the knowledge to make informed decisions about t...heir horse’s care. For our team, it means a commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and mentorship. We value self-motivated individuals who are eager to grow alongside our practice and contribute to our mission. As part of the local equestrian community, we proudly sponsor grassroots horse shows, educational events, and clinics that support equine wellness and performance. Our practice is guided by the core values of collaboration, excellence, accountability, and authenticity—principles that drive us to deliver the highest level of care while building trust and strong relationships. Whether you’re a client seeking expert care for your horse or a professional looking to join a premier equine veterinary team in a stunning mountain setting, High Country Veterinary Services is here to empower your equine partnership.

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