Part-Time Cardiology Veterinary Assistant - Choice Veterinary Specialists

PetVet Care Centers; Westminster (CO); Vor Ort; USD 31.000 - 38.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with discretionary contribution

Team Member Pet Discounts

Emotional wellbeing support — Calm app

CE stipends and career development

Grant Circle — relief fund

Local hospital culture backed by n at

Zusammenfassung

Choice Veterinary Specialists in Westminster, Colorado, seeks a Cardiology Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians with daily tasks, equipment prep, patient handling, and clerical duties. This role emphasizes compassionate care, client communication, and a collaborative hospital culture.

The position emphasizes teamwork within a cardiology specialty practice, with a strong focus on safety, public service, and professional development opportunities for team members.

Qualifikationen

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in veterinary medicine and front desk responsibilities.
• High school diploma or GED.
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience.
• Knowledge of clerical procedures such as alphabetizing files and records.
• Ability to provide great customer service in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner.
• Ability to perform cashier duties accurately.
• Ability to multitask and pay close attention to details.
• Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.
• May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds).

Aufgaben

• Provide compassionate care to all patients.
• Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival.
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
• Calm and soothe anxious patients.
• Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint.
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs.
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors.
• Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s).
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry.
• Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release.
• Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift.
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization.
• Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)

Kenntnisse

Veterinary experience

Front desk experience

Customer service

Cashier duties

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Safety and sanitation

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

PetVet Care Centers' Choice Veterinary Specialists is currently seeking a Part-Time Cardiology Veterinary Assistant to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time.

With more than 400 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide, we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Cardiology Veterinary Assistant who supports the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

Choice Veterinary Specialists in Westminster, Colorado, consists of a close-knit, energetic team that values collaboration and professionalism. Our mission is to enhance lives with compassion, quality, respect, and connection. Our hospital offers a supportive environment where every team member plays a vital role in delivering excellence in patient care and client service.

Why Join Us:

• We are a cardiology specialty practice that runs with a smaller team and seamless processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and their owners as they arrive and show them to an examining room, taking the patient's weight and other vital signs upon arrival
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by the licensed veterinary technicians (LVT's).
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with the administration of medications or with patient restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment, including EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, and machines, etc.
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain proper documentation, logging, and security of controlled drugs.
• Feed patients as prescribed by the attending doctor or as the client has requested; record appetites; recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
• Communicate in a positive manner with clients and ensure that they feel comfortable leaving their pet(s)
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital each day; clean equipment, kennels, and facilities using chemicals and supplies; ensure the safe use of chemicals; complete laundry
• Bath and care for patients who stay overnight; ensure that every animal released is clean and properly groomed prior to their release
• Adhere to the hospital's safety and wellness regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Show up for work regularly; full-time presence at work is essential for every shift
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
• Respond respectfully with urgency to directions given by Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Licensed Veterinary Technicians (LVT).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager; may have other assigned duties if working in a specialty area (i.e., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine, etc.)

Qualifications (Required)

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in veterinary medicine and front desk responsibilities
• High school diploma or GED
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience
• Knowledge of clerical procedures such as alphabetizing files and records
• Ability to provide great customer service in a courteous, prompt, and efficient manner
• Ability to perform cashier duties accurately
• Ability to multitask and pay close attention to details
• Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking
• May involve some climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Some tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting or carrying moderately heavy animals (up to 50 pounds)

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Previous experience with front desk functions of a veterinary practice and assisting experience

Schedule

• Full-Time, Monday to Thursday from 10am-2pm

What We Offer

We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

• $22.68 — $27.72 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we’re committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 400 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals, including 1700+ veterinarians, we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy, empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you’re providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

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