Veterinary Assistant

VetnCare; Colorado; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

CE allowance

PTO & holidays

Employee assistance program

Life & AD&D insurance

Short-term/Long-term disability

Job summary

Irvington is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our busy animal hospital. You will room patients, obtain histories, and assist veterinarians during exams while providing compassionate client education and top-notch care.

Ideal candidates have prior veterinary assistant experience, strong customer service skills, and a proactive, organized approach. We value teamwork, learning, and dedication in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant is preferred, with moderate hands-on experience strongly valued.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to connect warmly with clients and confidently de-escalate challenging situations.
• Dependable, proactive, and able to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a busy, hands-on hospital setting.
• Eager to learn, develop new skills, and take advantage of training and continuing education opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain thorough medical histories from pet owners.
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments and assist veterinarians during examinations.
• Provide routine patient care, administer vaccines, and safely restrain patients for exams and treatments.
• Collect laboratory samples, perform blood draws, run in-house laboratory diagnostics, and prepare samples for outside laboratories.
• Educate clients on medications, preventive care, treatment plans, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure timely documentation of patient care.
• Clean, stock, and organize exam rooms and treatment areas to support daily hospital operations.
• Support a variable caseload depending on seasonal demand while maintaining efficient workflow.
• Assist with scheduling, client check-in/check-out, answering phones, and other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Organization

Eager to learn

Calm under pressure

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain thorough medical histories from pet owners
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for appointments and assist veterinarians during examinations
• Provide routine patient care, administer vaccines, and safely restrain patients for exams and treatments
• Collect laboratory samples, perform blood draws, run in-house laboratory diagnostics, and prepare samples for outside laboratories
• Educate clients on medications, preventive care, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure timely documentation of patient care
• Clean, stock, and organize exam rooms and treatment areas to support daily hospital operations
• Support a variable caseload depending on seasonal demand while maintaining efficient workflow
• Assist with scheduling, client check-in/check-out, answering phones, and other duties as assigned

About You

• Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant is preferred, with moderate hands-on experience strongly valued.
• Strong customer service skills with the ability to connect warmly with clients and confidently de-escalate challenging situations.
• Dependable, proactive, and able to stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a busy, hands-on hospital setting.
• Eager to learn, develop new skills, and take advantage of training and continuing education opportunities.

Benefits

• Shared impact bonus resulting from hospital profitability
• 50% discounts on care for all teammate pets *exclusions apply + free clinical exams
• Comprehensive medical (virtual care included), dental, and vision insurance to support your health while you care for theirs
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
• $1,000 annual CE allowance to invest in your professional growth
• Health and Dependent Care FSA/HSA accounts to maximize your tax savings and healthcare flexibility
• Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance to protect what matters most
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage to protect your income if life throws you a curveball.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program providing free mental health counseling, legal and financial consultations, and family support services available 24/7 for you and your loved ones.
• Company provided access to Calm app and Talkspace therapy services
• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays to support your work-life balance
• Consistent growth opportunities to advance your career
• Annual engagement surveys so your voice shapes our workplace culture and policies
• Annual event to celebrate and recognize our wonderful teams

Why Join Irvington?

• Career Growth: Gain hands-on experience with advanced and urgent cases that expand your skills beyond a traditional GP setting.
• Supportive Team: Work alongside 2 DVMs, 1 RVT, 5 VAs, and 1 CSR in a collaborative and team-oriented environment.
• Positive Culture: Join a fun, energetic, and caring team where collaboration, humor, and professional growth are valued.
• Make an Impact: Be part of a hospital where every team member is valued and plays an important role in patient care.

If you're ready to join a supportive team where your role truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.