Full-Time Veterinary Assistant: Multi-Species Care & Surgery

Western Veterinary Partners; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package: Up to $500

Health package: Medical, dental, and视s

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off in accordance with site

Paid time off in accordance with site

Job summary

SouthPark Animal Clinic in Littleton, Colorado, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across hospital care including exams, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

This position offers a fast-paced environment with opportunities to work with dogs, cats, pocket pets, birds, reptiles, and more, emphasizing patient safety, client education, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant role.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and stress-free restraint for multiple species.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and stress-free restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• 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

Safe animal handling

Client communication

Medical records

Surgical assistance

Vital signs

Outpatient procedures

Dental procedures

Job description

SouthPark Animal Clinic in Littleton, Colorado, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across hospital care including exams, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures.

This position offers a fast-paced environment with opportunities to work with dogs, cats, pocket pets, birds, reptiles, and more, emphasizing patient safety, client education, and teamwork.