Vet Assistant - 4-Day Week, Compassionate Animal Care

Veterinary Practice Partners; Cañon City (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Fourmile Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full-time Vet Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff dedicated to delivering exceptional animal care and client service. The role shares duties during examinations, treatments, and surgeries and requires a compassionate, reliable individual with clinic experience.

You will work 7:45a-5:30p, Monday to Friday, with a 4-day work week and weekends off. Salary ranges from $15.75 to $17 per hour based on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• Must have 1+ years of veterinary assistant experience.
• Technical know-how in disinfection, administering medication, and using diagnostic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations, treatments, and surgeries.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately.
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces.
• Perform basic laboratory tests, such as collecting blood, urine, and stool samples.
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian.
• Feed, bathe, and exercise animals as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records.
• Communicate with pet owners about their pets’ care, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Clean and maintain the clinic, including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Animal handling

Medication administration

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Disinfection procedures

Surgical prep

Job description

Fourmile Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full-time Vet Assistant to join our team of veterinarians, technicians, and support staff dedicated to delivering exceptional animal care and client service. The role shares duties during examinations, treatments, and surgeries and requires a compassionate, reliable individual with clinic experience.

You will work 7:45a-5:30p, Monday to Friday, with a 4-day work week and weekends off. Salary ranges from $15.75 to $17 per hour based on experience and skills.