Senior Veterinary Assistant - Multi-Species Care

SouthPark Animal Clinic; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus package

Health insurance

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

SouthPark Animal Clinic in Littleton, Colorado, seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support patients and clients across exams, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient care.

This role offers a versatile day with safe patient handling, accurate record-keeping, and clear client communication. The position is full-time with a 4/10 schedule, Monday–Friday and rotating Saturday half-day coverage, paying $22–$25 per hour.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint across dogs, cats, pocket pets, reptiles, and birds.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures.
• Strong client communication and education skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgeries, and dentistry.
• Provide safe, gentle patient handling and stress-free restraint.
• Prepare patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly.
• Build positive client relationships through education and attentive service.
• Keep exam rooms and treatment areas clean and organized.

Skills

Animal handling

Client education

Medical records

Vital signs

Surgical assistance

Dentistry assistance

Outpatient procedures

Weight measurement

Job description

SouthPark Animal Clinic in Littleton, Colorado, seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support patients and clients across exams, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient care.

This role offers a versatile day with safe patient handling, accurate record-keeping, and clear client communication. The position is full-time with a 4/10 schedule, Monday–Friday and rotating Saturday half-day coverage, paying $22–$25 per hour.