Veterinary Assistant

Humane Colorado•Denver, CO

9h•$21 - $22

About The Position

The Veterinary Assistant supports the shelter veterinary services team in providing medical care and treatment for animals and exceptional customer service to patrons. Humane Colorado is a community-based animal welfare organization that cares for more than 20,000 homeless pets and horses each year across four facilities. This role may require travel to different work sites and involves four 10-hour shifts.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Professional experience in animal welfare or working with animals.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Ability to work in a team environment.
High attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a veterinary clinic or similar environment.
Working knowledge of current veterinary practices.
Veterinary assistant certification.

Responsibilities

Assist technicians and veterinarians with medical and surgical procedures.
Administer medications to shelter animals as directed.
Clean, disinfect, and maintain surgical and medical areas.
Maintain medical equipment and supplies.
Handle, move, and restrain animals before and after medical procedures.
Enter data to update animal records.
Perform clinic reception duties, including answering calls, greeting and assisting patrons, scheduling appointments, and filling prescription orders.
Contribute to and lead initiatives to improve processes and procedures.
Perform euthanasia and related tasks.
Assist with induction and preparation of animals for surgery.
Recover animals from surgery and teach staff, volunteers, and interns how to perform this task.
Identify, assist with, and perform sample diagnostic testing as directed.