Veterinary Assistant - Surgery, Dentistry & Client Care

Wellshire Animal Hospital; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $500 bonus

Health, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance and disability

Employee Assistance Program

401k with company match

Paid time off

Friends and Family Discount

Quarterly team building events

Job summary

Wellshire Animal Hospital in Denver seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across hospital care. You will engage in patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures in a versatile team.

The ideal candidate is dependable, team-oriented, and proactive, with multitasking ability, professional communication, and a commitment to growing veterinary skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant role
• Safe and stress-free animal handling and restraint skills for dogs and cats
• Strong client communication skills
• Ability to assist and set up surgery; training provided if needed
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures
• Experience collecting patient histories, weights, and vital signs
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Compassionate, professional communication with clients and team members

Responsibilities

• Supporting efficient exam room, outpatient, surgical, and dental workflows
• Providing safe, stress-free patient handling and restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Job description

Wellshire Animal Hospital in Denver seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant to support exceptional experiences for clients and patients across hospital care. You will engage in patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures in a versatile team.

The ideal candidate is dependable, team-oriented, and proactive, with multitasking ability, professional communication, and a commitment to growing veterinary skills.