Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
Alta Vista Animal Hospital is seeking an outgoing Veterinary Assistant to support clients and patients during exams and outpatient visits. The role contributes to efficient hospital operations and positive client experiences while helping ensure patients receive compassionate, high-quality care. Success requires strong communication, attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and the ability to anticipate the needs of the veterinary team and clients. The Veterinary Assistant supports exam room and outpatient care, safely handles patients, prepares patients and treatment areas, maintains medical records, and communicates treatment plans and discharge instructions to clients. The position is full-time, follows a 4/10 schedule, and requires availability Wednesday through Friday and possibly half days on Saturdays. Compensation is $18–$20 per hour. Alta Vista Animal Hospital provides care to dogs, cats, and pocket pets, including routine wellness exams, diagnostics, and surgery. The practice serves the Montrose, Olathe, Delta, Ridgway, Ouray, and Telluride areas and has two veterinarians and a dedicated support team.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a veterinary assistant role.
- Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs, cats, and pocket pets of varying sizes and temperaments.
- Client communication and education skills.
- Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
- Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs.
- Ability to administer oral medications.
- Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
- Strong communication skills, attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and ability to multitask.
Responsibilities
- Support efficient exam room and outpatient care.
- Provide safe, gentle patient handling and stress-free restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
- Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments.
- Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
- Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
- Build positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service.
- Maintain clean, organized, and prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.
- Assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
- Collect patient histories and obtain patient weights and vital signs.
- Administer oral medications.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
- Personal pet discount
- Bonus package up to $500 depending on experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
