Veterinary Assistant — Growth & Mentorship

VCA Animal Hospitals, Inc; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k)

Job summary

VCA Deer Creek Animal Hospital in Littleton, CO is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our one-of-a-kind, multi-doctor hybrid hospital. You will support the Technician and Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients, and help deliver outstanding care.

We offer a competitive pay range of $16.50–$17.50 per hour plus differential of $4 on weekdays and $5 on Fri–Sun, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, mentorship, and ongoing education within a

Qualifications

• Experience assisting in animal examinations and routine procedures.
• Ability to take accurate medical histories and vitals.
• Familiarity with basic lab work and radiography helpful.

Responsibilities

• Restraining and assisting in patient exams and routine procedures.
• Taking detailed medical histories and patient vitals.
• Filling prescriptions (as allowed by law).
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Providing compassionate care for hospitalized animals.
• Maintaining medical records.
• Assisting doctors and technicians as needed.

Skills

Patient restraint

Medical histories

Vital signs

Diagnostic imaging

Job description

VCA Deer Creek Animal Hospital in Littleton, CO is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our one-of-a-kind, multi-doctor hybrid hospital. You will support the Technician and Doctor teams by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients, and help deliver outstanding care.

We offer a competitive pay range of $16.50–$17.50 per hour plus differential of $4 on weekdays and $5 on Fri–Sun, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, mentorship, and ongoing education within a