Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a well-established animal hospital in Colorado Springs, where your passion for pet care can shine. As a Vet Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the health and well-being of pets while providing exceptional service to their owners. This position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are organized, animal-friendly, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of pets and their families.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

401(k) plan

Pet care discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary facilities preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain medical records and obtain patient histories.
• Communicate effectively with clients and facilitate room flow.
• Safely handle pets and discuss medications with clients.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

At VCA, we recognize that our growth is fueled by our talented employees. We value each team member and are committed to providing opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

Explore our current openings and apply for roles that match your skills and interests. Thank you for your continued dedication to VCA!

Join Our Team at VCA North Academy Animal Hospital

Located in the sunny mountain town of Colorado Springs, VCA North Academy Animal Hospital has been serving the community and its pets for over 40 years. We are seeking an experienced Vet Assistant to join our team.

Our mission is to prioritize your pet’s health and deliver excellent service. We aim to exceed pet owners’ expectations with every interaction. We are looking for a personable, professional "service extraordinaire" to help us deliver on this mission.

This critical position ensures the safe and smooth flow of pets and clients in and out of our hospital. The ideal candidate performs well under stress, works well with diverse personalities, is organized, confident, animal-friendly, self-motivated, and punctual.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience or training in veterinary facilities preferred but not required.
• Friendly, outgoing, and people-oriented.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in telephone and computer use.
• Team player willing to learn new techniques and accept challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain medical records and obtain patient histories.
• Review records, update vaccine and treatment histories.
• Collect specimens and prepare for laboratory pickup.
• Prepare ear cytology slides and discuss medications with clients.
• Safely handle contagious, stressed, or aggressive pets.
• Discuss euthanasia paperwork with clients.
• Accurately record patient weight and temperature.
• Keep all areas clean and organized.
• Stock and organize inventory.
• Communicate effectively with clients and facilitate room flow.

Physical Requirements

• Reliable attendance is essential.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Willingness to work long or irregular hours under pressure.
• Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach during an 8-hour shift.
• Fine motor skills for using hospital equipment.

Benefits

We offer competitive pay, including a range of $16-$18/hour depending on experience, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid vacation (for full-time staff), 401(k), pet care discounts, and more.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a workplace where talented individuals from all backgrounds can thrive.

Current employees should apply via our internal career site through Workday by searching for "Browse Jobs."

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer — Veterans/Disabled. For our complete EEO statement, visit our career page at vcacareers.com.