Veterinary Assistant: Calm Care & Client Education

Western-Veterinary-Partners-1; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Bonus package up to $500

Fully stocked breakroom

Job summary

Festival Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help create exceptional experiences for clients and patients during exams and outpatient visits. The ideal candidate is outgoing, personable, and enjoys connecting with clients, coordinating schedules, and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

You will be an essential part of our hospital team, helping ensure smooth daily operations while creating positive, welcoming experiences for

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant.
• Proficient in safe animal handling and stress-free restraint.
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles.
• Experience assisting with exams, techniques, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures.
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining weights and vital signs; radiographs knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room and outpatient workflow to ensure exceptional patient and client care.
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation.
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately.
• Supporting veterinarians during outpatient procedures and treatments while providing high-quality patient care.
• Building positive relationships with clients through education, communication, and attentive service.

Skills

Safe animal handling

Basic veterinary terminology

Assisting with exams

Blood draws and vitals

Radiographs and positioning

Client communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Festival Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help create exceptional experiences for clients and patients during exams and outpatient visits. The ideal candidate is outgoing, personable, and enjoys connecting with clients, coordinating schedules, and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

You will be an essential part of our hospital team, helping ensure smooth daily operations while creating positive, welcoming experiences for