Veterinary Assistant
About The Position
Loving Family Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. The role offers a varied caseload and the opportunity to use and develop skills in patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. Patients include cats, dogs, reptiles, avian patients, and other exotic species. The successful candidate is dependable and motivated, thrives in a fast-paced environment, multitasks efficiently, anticipates team needs, communicates professionally, and provides attentive support throughout the patient visit. This is a full-time position with a 4/10 schedule. Availability is needed Monday through Friday and for a rotating Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. once a month. Compensation is $22–$25 per hour. Loving Family Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited practice in Aurora, Colorado. Its team of four experienced veterinarians and support staff provides personalized care for dogs, cats, birds, and pocket pets in a compassionate, low-stress environment. Services include preventive care, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, ultrasound, and laser therapy. The practice emphasizes teamwork, continuous learning, and compassionate medicine.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience as a veterinary assistant.
- Proficiency in safe animal handling and stress-free restraint for dogs, cats, reptiles, avian patients, and exotic animals of varying sizes and temperaments.
- Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles.
- Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures.
- Ability to assist with surgery setup.
- Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
- Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members.
Nice To Haves
- Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs.
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry.
- Provide safe, gentle patient handling and stress-free restraint during outpatient and procedural care.
- Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
- 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 fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces.
Benefits
- Bonus package of up to $500 depending on experience.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law.
- Personal pet discount.
- Uniform allowance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
