Veterinary Assistant - Hands-On Pet Care & Team Impact

Mission Pet Health; Colorado; On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

West Denver Veterinary Hospital & Wellness is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team in Wheat Ridge, CO. You will provide essential patient care, assist veterinarians and technicians, and ensure smooth clinic operations while delivering excellent client experiences.

We value a calm, organized approach and strong communication, with opportunities to work across routine wellness, diagnostics, and urgent care in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Calm, efficient approach in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Confidence handling pets of varying sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with basic veterinary tasks (lab work, pharmacy, nursing, radiology) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential patient care and assist the medical team.
• Support the veterinary team and ensure smooth operations.
• Assist with scheduling, payments, and client communications.
• Maintain a clean, safe hospital environment and equipment.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Communication

Pet handling

Organization

Basic veterinary skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory skills

Pharmacy procedures

Nursing skills

Radiology basics

Job description

West Denver Veterinary Hospital & Wellness is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our compassionate team in Wheat Ridge, CO. You will provide essential patient care, assist veterinarians and technicians, and ensure smooth clinic operations while delivering excellent client experiences.

We value a calm, organized approach and strong communication, with opportunities to work across routine wellness, diagnostics, and urgent care in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.