Veterinary Assistant

Western Veterinary Partners; South Dakota; On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Pet discount

Uniform allowance

Bonus package

Job summary

Loving Family Animal Hospital in Aurora, Colorado, is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This full-time role offers a 4/10 schedule, Monday–Friday with one rotating Saturday per month. You will assist veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures while maintaining accurate records and providing compassionate client service.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant is required.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and stress-free restraint for diverse species.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures.
• Experience with surgery setup and client communication.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Compassionate and professional communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and stress-free 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

Skills

Safe animal handling

Veterinary terminology

Exams and procedures help

Surgery setup

Vitals and histories

Medical records

Client communication

Job description

Loving Family Animal Hospital is 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 an excellent opportunity for a versatile veterinary assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. Our diverse caseload includes cats, dogs, reptiles, avian patients, and other exotic species, providing an exciting opportunity to gain experience working with a wide range of patients.

We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the 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 stress-free 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: $22 - $25per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday - Friday with a rotating Saturday from 9a - 1p once a month.

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
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

*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, cats, reptiles, avian, and exotics of varying sizes and temperaments
  • Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
  • Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures
  • Assist with surgery-setup
  • Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs preferred
  • Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
  • Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members

Why choose Loving Family Animal Hospital?

Loving Family Animal Hospital, located in Aurora, Colorado, is an AAHA-accredited practice committed to delivering exceptional veterinary care in a compassionate, low-stress environment. Our team of four experienced veterinarians and dedicated support staff provide personalized care for dogs, cats, birds, and pocket pets, emphasizing fear-reducing handling techniques that help patients feel safe and comfortable throughout every visit.

We offer a comprehensive range of services, including preventive care, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, ultrasound, and laser therapy, allowing us to provide high-quality medical care tailored to each patient’s needs. At Loving Family Animal Hospital, we take pride in building lasting relationships with clients while fostering a collaborative, supportive workplace where exceptional patient care is always the top priority. If you’re looking to join a respected practice that values teamwork, continuous learning, and compassionate medicine, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

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Posting Date: 09/24/26

The application deadline is at least 5 days after the posting date.

Pay Range

$22—$25 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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