Surgery Veterinary Assistants

Veritas Veterinary Partners • Denver, CO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Denver Veterinary Specialists is seeking a Surgical Veterinary Assistant to join its growing specialty team. Wash Park will initially open with surgery as its first specialty service, with plans to add specialties as the practice grows. This is an opportunity to join a new specialty practice from its beginning. Training will be provided before the Wash Park location opens. All hired assistants will complete initial training at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital, continuing until the Denver Veterinary Specialists locations open, currently targeted for December 2026.

The role supports surgical and anesthesia teams in a fast-paced, high-acuity veterinary environment. The assistant helps prepare and monitor patients, maintain surgical areas and equipment, document care, and collaborate with veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. Compensation is $23–$25 per hour based on experience. The regular schedule is Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; weekend availability may be needed in the future as the practice grows.

Requirements

• Comfort handling and restraining patients for procedures and recovery.
• Interest in surgery, anesthesia, and specialty medicine.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant is preferred.
• Surgical or anesthesia experience is strongly encouraged.
• Fluency in additional languages is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation for surgery, including pre-operative care and restraint.
• Support anesthesia and surgical teams during procedures.
• Assist with patient monitoring during anesthesia and recovery.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of surgical and treatment areas.
• Clean, pack, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment.
• Accurately document patient care as directed.
• Collaborate closely with technicians, veterinarians, and support staff.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance options, with some plans paid up to 100%.
• 401(k) retirement options with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Six weeks of paid parental leave for full-time team members.
• Continuing education support.
• Mental health support through Talkspace.
• Pet discounts.
• Basic life insurance and additional voluntary insurance options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed