Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant

Colorado Psychiatric; Castle Rock, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) options

Paid time off

Employee pet care discount

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our Internal Medicine Department in Castle Rock, Colorado. You will work with board-certified internists and technicians to deliver high-quality care for complex and critically ill patients, participate in diagnostics, and support treatments in a state-of-the-art facility.

We offer full-time and part-time schedules with a flexible daytime roster, competitive hourly compensation, benefits, and opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of veterinary assistant experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient exams, triage, treatments, and daily patient care
• Provide compassionate client communication and education
• Safely and appropriately handle and restrain patients using low-stress handling techniques
• Assist with collecting diagnostic samples and preparing patients for radiographs, ultrasound, and endoscopy
• Assist technicians and doctors with procedures and treatments
• Prepare and maintain treatment areas, exam rooms, and equipment
• Ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, and stocking of patient care areas
• Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their families during challenging medical situations

Skills

Blood draws

IVC placement

Low-stress handling

Patient monitoring

Radiographs

Ultrasound assistance

Client communication

Tools

CT

Ultrasound

Digital radiography

Job description

Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join our Internal Medicine Department in Castle Rock, Colorado. If you enjoy advanced veterinary medicine, working alongside a specialty team, and providing exceptional hands-on patient care, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career in veterinary medicine.

As an Internal Medicine Veterinary Assistant, you'll work closely with board-certified internists, registered veterinary technicians, and fellow assistants to provide high-quality care to complex and critically ill patients. You'll play an important role in patient care, diagnostics, treatment support, monitoring, client communication, and maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient medical environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient exams, triage, treatments, and daily patient care
• Provide compassionate client communication and education
• Safely and appropriately handle and restrain patients using low-stress handling techniques
• Assist with collecting diagnostic samples and preparing patients for radiographs, ultrasound, and endoscopy
• Assist technicians and doctors with procedures and treatments
• Prepare and maintain treatment areas, exam rooms, and equipment
• Ensure proper cleaning, disinfection, and stocking of patient care areas
• Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their families during challenging medical situations

We offer full-time and part-time opportunities with a flexible day time schedule.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $21 – $24 based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) options
• Paid time off
• Employee pet care discount
• Uniform allowance

Minimum Qualifications & Skills

• At least 3 year of veterinary assistant experience in a clinical setting (specialty experience preferred but not required)

Proficiency in:

• Client communication and education
• Blood draws and IVC placement
• Safe, low-stress patient handling and restraint
• Patient monitoring and TPRs
• Radiographs and ultrasound assistance
• Accurate medical record documentation

About Us

Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies delivers advanced, compassionate medical care to pets while supporting a trusted network of referring veterinarians throughout the region. Our 10,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility is equipped with CT, ultrasound, digital radiography, an in-house laboratory and pharmacy, and multiple surgical suites. We provide specialty services in Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, and Internal Medicine.

We are a collaborative, team-oriented practice built on excellence, integrity, respect and we look forward to welcoming a Veterinary Assistant who shares our commitment to outstanding patient care.