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Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Assistant

Rocky Mountain Small Animal HospitalLittleton, CO, United States
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Rocky Mountain Small Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team!

Rocky Mountain Small Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital providing a complete range of medical, surgical, and emergency care needs. As an AAHA-accredited hospital, we are committed to meeting the highest standards of veterinary care.

We are looking for someone who is a compassionate, energetic hard worker. The ideal candidate will be able to drop into our team without missing a beat, have great communication skills, great assisant skills, and be ready to join a fun and energetic team.

Compensation : $18-21 / hour (depending on experience)

Location : 1630 E. County Line Rd. Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

Shift Details : This is a Full time position, 4 (10) hour shifts, evenings and Saturdays.

Application Deadline : 8 / 1 / 2025

Benefits we offer :

  • Industry leading pay for you, discounts for your pets!
  • Medical, vision and dental benefits package.
  • 401k program with company match starting day one.
  • A yearly scrub allowance for all employees.
  • Paid time off inclusive of vacation and sick time.
  • Customized learning and developmental opportunities!

Job Summary : The Veterinary Assistant aids and supports the medical support team in the operation of an animal facility in accordance with Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) hospital policy and procedures. The Veterinary Assistant also provides medical care to patients as allowed in the veterinary practice act.

Responsibilities

How you'll make an impact :

  • Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
  • Assist in all daily duties for clinic care.
  • Participate in any special cleaning duties.
  • Provide client care by scheduling appointments, taking payments, and check-ins.
  • Maintain excellent client communication.
  • Record all pertinent medical, client and case related information in the patient record accurately with appropriate grammar, terms, and accurate information.
  • Review medical records, estimates or discharge instructions with clients.

    • Answer the phones in a courteous and informative way.

  • Provide patient care under the direction of a DVM.
  • Perform clinic upkeep as directed.
  • Perform equipment maintenance as directed.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

    • Qualifications

    Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Prior experience in a veterinary environment required - 2 or more years.
  • Must be proficient in a variety of skills ranging from but not limited to laboratory, pharmacy, radiology, surgery, dental and nursing skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate patience and composure in stressful situations, and ability to handle a fast paced

    • environment.

  • Ability to stay calm and efficient during a medical crisis.
  • The employee must have mental processes for reasoning, remembering, mathematics, and language ability (reading, writing, and speaking the English language) to perform the duties

    • proficiently.

  • The employee must also be confident around pets.

    • Physical Requirements :

  • The employee must have the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb as well as manipulate (lift, carry, move) up to 50 pounds.
  • The employee must be able to endure sitting, standing, and walking on hard floor surfaces for extended periods of time.
  • The employee must be Able to work in noisy work conditions with sounds from animals and equipment that can be moderately high.
  • The employee will be routinely exposed to a variety of pets that may bite or scratch, and on occasion, exposed to anesthesia, radiation, biological hazards, and medication / controlled substances.
  • The employee must possess sufficient ambulatory skills to perform duties while in hospital environment.

    • The employee must have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

  • The employee must have good hand-eye coordination, arm-hand-finger dexterity with the ability to grasp and visual acuity to use a keyboard and operate equipment.

    • We put people first and never compromise on our values.

    Apply today for immediate consideration!

    Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with

    Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to

    perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to benefits@mvetpartners.com and

    let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

    Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered

    without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,

    national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other

    basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to

    creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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