Veterinary Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to $500

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Midtown Veterinary Medical Center in Fort Collins, CO is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care. The role offers a diverse caseload including exams, dental and surgical support, and outpatient procedures.

We offer a full-time schedule with 4/10 hours, competitive hourly pay, and benefits such as health coverage, life insurance, disability, 401k matching, PTO, and an up-to-$500 bonus based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and low-stress restraint.
• Strong client communication and education.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures.
• Experience with radiographs and positioning.
• Assist with surgery setup and anesthesia monitoring.
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs.
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and low-stress restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Skills

Safe animal handling

Stress-free restraint

Client communication

Exam & treatment support

Radiographs

Surgery setup & anesthesia monitoring

Medical records/documentation

Vital signs & weights

Outpatient procedures

Job description

Midtown Veterinary Medical Centeris seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This is a great opportunity for a versatile veterinary assistant who enjoys a diverse caseload and variety in their day. The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to build and utilize a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client communication, surgical and dental support, and outpatient procedures.

We’re looking for a dependable, motivated team member who thrives in a fast-paced environment, works efficiently, anticipates the needs of the team, communicates professionally, and takes pride in providing exceptional care and support throughout every patient visit.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and low-stress restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $ 20 - $23 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday with a rotating Saturday.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 3+years of experience in a veterinary assistant required
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Safe animal handling and stress-free restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments
  • Client communication and education
  • Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures
  • Experience with radiographs and positioning
  • Assist with surgery-setup and anesthesia monitoring
  • Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs
  • Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation

Why choose Midtown Veterinary Medical Center?

Midtown Veterinary Medical Center (MVMC) is a full-service veterinary clinic in Fort Collins, CO, dedicated to providing excellent, affordable care for dogs and cats at every stage of life. Our team of four veterinarians and dedicated support staff includes multiple Fear Free Certified team members who are passionate about creating a positive, low-stress experience for pets and their people.

Our close-knit team works together in a newly renovated, state-of-the-art facility, offering a wide range of services, including preventive wellness care, urgent care, orthopedic procedures, foreign body surgeries, and much more. Whether we're helping pets stay healthy through routine visits or providing care when the unexpected happens, we're committed to delivering high-quality medicine and building lasting relationships with the families we serve.

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This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.

Pay Range

$20 - $23 USD

Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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