Veterinary Assistant

Suveto; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

401K with company match

VSOP stock ownership plan

Job summary

Arrowhead Animal Hospital in Westminster, CO, part of the Suveto network, is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to support veterinarians and technicians in various hospital areas and provide professional, efficient client service.

This full-time position requires flexibility, compassion, and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate loves animals, communicates well, and thrives in a fast-paced environment, delivering quality veterinary care.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a veterinary hospital or similar setting.
• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
• Take history from client and record observations in the medical record.
• Educate clients on preventative healthcare and provide follow-up.
• Communicate patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Perform venipuncture to collect samples and run in-house lab tests.
• Provide nursing care and monitor patients as directed by the veterinarian.
• Admit and discharge patients following protocols and educate clients on procedures.
• Clean and restock exam rooms and treatment areas as requested.
• Ensure OSHA regulations and safety standards are observed.
• Perform client callbacks and updates as requested.

Skills

Veterinary experience

Communication skills

Animal handling

Medical terminology

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Practice software

Job description

At Arrowhead Animal Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, we are dedicated to our patients and believe in creating a sustainable work environment. We want you to feel challenged yet fulfilled by creating a work home, a place to stay, continuing to follow your passion in emergency medicine.

We are currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant to provide support to the veterinarians and veterinary technicians as directed in various areas of the hospital; provide professional and efficient client service. This is a dynamic position that requires flexibility, compassion, and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate will have a genuine love for animals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This is a full-time position, $20.00 - $22.00 per hour.

If you are driven to grow professionally, face challenges daily and collaborate with a team that shares your passion for quality veterinary care, look no further than Arrowhead Animal Hospital.

We are an AAHA-accredited practice, pursuing excellence in veterinary medicine every single day and caring for our team members as well as we care for our patients.

As a valued part of our team, you will work in an environment that supports you, cherishes your contributions, and pushes you to realize your potential.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?

At Arrowhead Animal Hospital, we do things a little differently to support our team members…

• We Listen
• We Celebrate Learning
• We Collaborate
• We Look Out for Your Well-being
• We’re Guided by Strong Principles

WHY YOU SHOULD YOU WORK WITH US?

Arrowhead Animal Hospital offers advanced technology and a wide range of medical services for our team members to utilize in the care of our patients. We also have a strong foundation of guiding principles that help us take care of one another, our clients, and our patients every day.

We Use Innovative Technology

Our hospital uses state-of-the-art tools to benefit our patients, including:

• Digital X-ray imaging
• Ultrasound
• Advanced surgery (including orthopedics)
• Full in-house laboratory
• Laparoscopy
• Endoscopy
• A dedicated ICU
• Collaboration with veterinary specialists for telehealth and in-person STAT reviews

Essential Job Functions

• Prepare exam rooms and assist in appointments with doctors.
• Take history from client. Perform physical assessments and record observations legibly in medical record.
• Educate clients on preventative healthcare recommendations and provide follow-up.
• Communicate any patient or client concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Perform venipuncture to collect blood samples, perform in house laboratory tests, and prepare all forms to be sent to outside labs, call owner with results as requested by veterinarian.
• Provide and monitor all nursing care as requested by veterinarian for patients admitted to hospital, including medications (all routes) and monitoring.
• Admit and discharge patients to hospital by following all admission and discharge protocols. Educate clients on admit/discharge.
• Clean and restock exam rooms, treatment areas, hospital wards and other areas as requested.
• Must have proficient knowledge of practice software for dispensing veterinarian approved medication, patient food, printing treatment sheets, discharge instructions, cage card labels, x ray and lab labels, recording communication with client and doctors, and others as directed by veterinarian.
• Must have clear understanding and enforcement of OSHA regulations and hospital safety standards.
• Perform client callbacks and updates as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a veterinary hospital or similar setting is required.
• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of basic animal care and medical terminology.
• Ability to handle and restrain animals safely and effectively.
• Must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from veterinarians and senior staff members.
• Compassionate nature and genuine love for animals.

Receive Industry-leading Career Benefits

Our employment package for full-time employees includes paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, pet care discounts, 401K with a true match up to 4%, Employee Assistance Program, mentorship, and leadership development. In addition, all full-time hospital team members receive VSOP® grants, SUVETO’S VETERINARY STOCK OWNERSHIP PLAN, at no cost to team members. VSOP® is an ownership program that tracks the value of the entire Suveto organization.

When you work with us, we’ll take care of you.

Please join us in our quest to create a culture of acceptance and personal development! We encourage you to have a hand in what excellent client and patient care looks like by joining our team.

We believe that we can be the future of veterinary medicine and want your help!

Arrowhead Animal Hospital, part of the Suveto network of hospitals, is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.