Compassionate Veterinary Assistant — Full-Time, 4/10 Schedule

Western Veterinary Partners; Colorado; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Personal pet discount

Job summary

Alta Vista Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exams and outpatient visits with a focus on exceptional client experiences.

The role emphasizes client engagement, schedule coordination, and multitasking to ensure efficient hospital operations, compassionate patient care, and accurate medical records. Strong communication and initiative are essential for success in this fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant role.
• Safe animal handling and restraint skills for dogs, cats, and pocket pets.
• Client communication and education.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs.
• Administer oral medications.
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room and outpatient care
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Skills

Animal handling

Client education

Exam assistance

Vital signs

Oral medications

Medical records

Job description

Alta Vista Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exams and outpatient visits with a focus on exceptional client experiences.

The role emphasizes client engagement, schedule coordination, and multitasking to ensure efficient hospital operations, compassionate patient care, and accurate medical records. Strong communication and initiative are essential for success in this fast-paced setting.