Veterinary Assistant: Compassionate Care & Team Support

Mission Pet Health; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

West Denver Veterinary Hospital & Wellness is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate Wheat Ridge team. You will support veterinarians and technicians with essential patient care, routine procedures, and efficient clinic flow, while delivering excellent client service in a fast-paced setting.

We offer consistent weekday hours with some Saturday rotation, a focus on wellness and prevention, and opportunities to grow your skills in diagnostics, anesthesia, and urgent care as

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Calm, efficient approach for a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills (lab, pharmacy, nursing, radiology) is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care alongside the medical team.
• Be the go-to support for the medical team and ensure smooth workflow.
• Create a positive client experience through scheduling, payments, and communication.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and hospital upkeep.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Pet handling

Organization & communication

Vet skills basics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

West Denver Veterinary Hospital & Wellness is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate Wheat Ridge team. You will support veterinarians and technicians with essential patient care, routine procedures, and efficient clinic flow, while delivering excellent client service in a fast-paced setting.

We offer consistent weekday hours with some Saturday rotation, a focus on wellness and prevention, and opportunities to grow your skills in diagnostics, anesthesia, and urgent care as