Veterinary Assistant — 4/10 FT with Benefits

Western Veterinary Partners; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Alta Vista Animal Hospital in Montrose, CO is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exams and outpatient visits.

You will engage clients, coordinate schedules, and help maintain medical records while assisting veterinarians, delivering compassionate patient care. This is a full-time role with a 4/10 schedule and an hourly pay range of $18-$20, plus benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant or related role.
• Proficiency in safe animal handling and restraint.
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, and outpatient procedures.
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Support efficient exam room and outpatient workflow for patients and clients.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Review treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients.
• Assist veterinarians during outpatient procedures with high-quality care.
• Build positive client relationships through education and attentive service.

Skills

Animal handling

Exam support

Medical records

Client communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Alta Vista Animal Hospital in Montrose, CO is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exams and outpatient visits.

You will engage clients, coordinate schedules, and help maintain medical records while assisting veterinarians, delivering compassionate patient care. This is a full-time role with a 4/10 schedule and an hourly pay range of $18-$20, plus benefits and growth opportunities.