Veterinary Assistant: Specialty & Emergency Care

Veritasvetpartners; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Veterinary Partners seeks a motivated veterinary assistant to support clinical operations at our partner hospital in Wheat Ridge, CO. You will assist veterinarians and credentialed technicians with patient restraint, examination support and daily care tasks in a fast-paced clinical setting.

No formal credentialing is required, though completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program is recognized and valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in veterinary, animal care or clinical support.
• Demonstrated ability to safely handle and restrain animals of various species.
• Strong observational skills and ability to communicate patient changes clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians with patient restraint and handling during examinations, diagnostic procedures, treatments and sample collection.
• Monitor hospitalized patients for changes in condition, behavior, appetite and elimination, reporting observations promptly to the supervising technician or veterinarian.
• Feed, water and exercise patients according to individual care plans as directed by the clinical team.
• Prepare patients for examination or treatment by ensuring appropriate positioning, restraint materials and environmental setup.
• Transport patients safely between care areas as directed.
• Assist with specimen collection and preparation for in-house and reference laboratory submission.
• Support preparation and cleanup of treatment and examination areas, ensuring spaces are properly stocked, cleaned and ready for use.
• Assist with pharmacy support tasks including prescription preparation assistance as permitted by state practice regulations.
• Support the clinical team with client communication tasks including reinforcing discharge instructions in plain language as directed.
• Maintain accurate patient care records within the practice management system as directed.
• Clean and disinfect kennels, cages, exam rooms and treatment areas to hospital infection control standards.
• Manage laundry, supply restocking and kennel upkeep throughout the shift.
• Dispose of biological waste and soiled materials in accordance with hospital safety protocols and applicable guidelines.
• Report equipment malfunctions, supply shortages or safety concerns to the supervisor promptly.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment by remaining open to feedback and direction.

Skills

Animal care

Patient handling

Observational skills

Communication

Education

NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program

Job description

Veritas Veterinary Partners seeks a motivated veterinary assistant to support clinical operations at our partner hospital in Wheat Ridge, CO. You will assist veterinarians and credentialed technicians with patient restraint, examination support and daily care tasks in a fast-paced clinical setting.

No formal credentialing is required, though completion of a NAVTA-approved veterinary assistant program is recognized and valued.