Veterinary Assistant — Collaborative Clinic, 4×10 Shifts

Veterinary Practice Partners; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

5280 Veterinary Care in Denver seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join a collaborative, fast-paced team providing gold‑standard care for pets.

Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians and technicians, restraining patients, preparing rooms, collecting samples, administering meds, taking radiographs, and educating clients. A positive attitude and commitment to learning are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recent veterinary assistant experience (required).
• Experience assisting veterinarians and veterinary technicians with dental procedures is required, including dental radiography, ultrasonic scaling, polishing, and dental workflow.
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills.
• Experience with laboratory sample collection, diagnostic radiology, medication administration, anesthesia monitoring, and surgical assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and credentialed technicians during appointments, treatments, surgeries, and dental procedures.
• Safely and compassionately restrain patients for examinations and procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms and surgical suites while maintaining cleanliness and sterilization standards.
• Collect laboratory samples including blood, urine, and fecal specimens.
• Administer medications and vaccines under veterinarian supervision.
• Take and process diagnostic radiographs.
• Maintain accurate and thorough medical records.
• Educate clients on treatments, medications, and follow-up care.
• Monitor hospitalized patients and communicate changes to the medical team.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked hospital.
• Work collaboratively to create a positive experience for clients and patients.

Skills

Veterinary assistant experience

Dental procedures

Patient handling

Laboratory sample collection

Radiography (dentistry)

Job description

5280 Veterinary Care in Denver seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join a collaborative, fast-paced team providing gold‑standard care for pets.

Responsibilities include assisting veterinarians and technicians, restraining patients, preparing rooms, collecting samples, administering meds, taking radiographs, and educating clients. A positive attitude and commitment to learning are essential.