Veterinary Room Assistant — Compassionate Care & Diagnostics

NVA General Practice; Colorado; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Health Savings Account (HSA) and FSA

Paid time off

Job summary

Riverview Animal Hospital in Durango seeks a dedicated Veterinary Room Assistant. This 10-doctor practice provides advanced diagnostics and surgical services, and values compassionate care for pets and clients alike.

The role requires animal handling experience, physical ability to lift, and strong client communication. Join a collaborative team focused on continuous improvement and exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary hospital or canine and feline handling required.
• Ability to lift approximately 50 pounds and walk dogs up to 130 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Professional client communication and education, obtaining medical histories and symptoms, and EMR keeping skills.
• Answer client questions after appointments and ensure understanding of medications, aftercare, and follow-up visits.
• Provide excellent customer service and ensure pets and clients are comfortable and their needs are met.
• Perform laboratory procedures such as hematology, cytology, urinalysis, blood chemistry, and fecals.
• Assist with radiographs and ultrasound procedures.
• Restrain pets for veterinarians and nurses as needed.
• Anticipate doctors' needs during well and sick pet appointments.
• Provide compassionate care and monitor pets, recording signs and reporting concerns; assist hospitalized patients when needed.

Skills

Animal handling

Job description

Riverview Animal Hospital in Durango seeks a dedicated Veterinary Room Assistant. This 10-doctor practice provides advanced diagnostics and surgical services, and values compassionate care for pets and clients alike.

The role requires animal handling experience, physical ability to lift, and strong client communication. Join a collaborative team focused on continuous improvement and exceptional service.