Neurology Veterinary Assistant – Specialty Care Team

Veritas Veterinary Partners; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support with Talkspace

CE allowance and PTO

Reimbursement of membership and licens

401k retirement plan with companymatch

Medical, vision, dental insurance

6 weeks paid parental leave

Hospital discounts

Trupanion Pet Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Veritas Veterinary Partners in Wheat Ridge, CO is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to support our Neurology team in a fast-paced specialty and emergency hospital. You will assist veterinarians, technicians, and anesthesia staff in diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing patient care for complex neurological conditions.

You’ll help with exams, imaging prep (MRI/CT/radiographs), anesthesia support, and inpatient care, while maintaining records and communicating with clients with compassion and

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary assistant, technician assistant, or animal care role preferred.
• Strong handling and restraint skills with dogs and cats; exotics experience a plus.
• Comfortable in a high-acuity, specialty or emergency environment.
• Ability to remain calm and focused with critical or neurologically impaired patients.
• Basic knowledge of veterinary medical terminology and hospital flow.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn advanced procedures and specialty diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and technicians with neurological patient exams and treatments
• Safely restrain and monitor patients during procedures and diagnostics
• Support anesthesia induction, monitoring, and recovery
• Prepare patients and equipment for MRI, CT, and radiographs
• Assist with spinal taps, CSF collection, and other specialty procedures (as trained)
• Provide inpatient care including medication administration, feeding, and comfort support
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients regarding patient updates and care instructions
• Clean, organize, and maintain treatment areas and surgical suites

Skills

Veterinary experience

Teamwork

Communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

Veritas Veterinary Partners in Wheat Ridge, CO is seeking a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to support our Neurology team in a fast-paced specialty and emergency hospital. You will assist veterinarians, technicians, and anesthesia staff in diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing patient care for complex neurological conditions.

You’ll help with exams, imaging prep (MRI/CT/radiographs), anesthesia support, and inpatient care, while maintaining records and communicating with clients with compassion and