Compassionate Veterinary Assistant - No Weekends

Animal Health Care Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Pet discounts

No evenings or weekends

Job summary

Animal Health Care Denver is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work with a team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help ensure excellent patient care and client service in a busy clinic.

The role offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, and employee pet discounts. Scheduled shifts are 7:30a-5:30p or 8a-6p Mon-Fri with Saturdays 8:30-5; no evenings or weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of veterinary experience.
• Technical know-how with disinfection, medication administration, and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Perform basic lab tests and collect samples (blood, urine, stool).
• Administer medications and vaccinations under supervision.
• Maintain medical records and communicate with pet owners.
• Keep clinic clean and stocked, ensuring a safe environment.

Skills

Vet experience

Animal handling

Medical equipment knowledge

Job description

Animal Health Care Denver is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to work with a team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff. You will help ensure excellent patient care and client service in a busy clinic.

The role offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO, and employee pet discounts. Scheduled shifts are 7:30a-5:30p or 8a-6p Mon-Fri with Saturdays 8:30-5; no evenings or weekend hours.