Veterinary Assistant jobs in Denver, CO

Veterinary Assistant prepares treatment room for examination of animals; restrains animals during examination, treatment, or inoculation. Administers injections, performs venipunctures, applies wound dressings, cleans teeth, and takes vital signs of animal. Being a Veterinary Assistant requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. May be required to be certified/licensed. Additionally, Veterinary Assistant is familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision of a veterinarian. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

C
Veterinary Assistant
  • Companion Animal Veterinary Hospital
  • Centennial, CO PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • Companion Animal Veterinary Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Assistant to join our outstanding team, who just grew one doctor!!!! This is a full-time or part-time role.

    You’ll be an excellent addition to our team if you enjoy connecting with clients and are committed to a career in veterinary medicine. We’re open to all experience levels as long as there is a cultural fit and individuals are open to training/continued growth. Candidates must be comfortable around small animals and available to work Sundays.

    Primary responsibilities:

    • Candidates must be comfortable with client contact and helping out in exam rooms
    • Patient handling and restraint
    • Surgical prep and clean up
    • Communication with other team members
    • Cleaning up after animals (yard, cages, bowls, etc.)
    • Attention to detail and awareness of surroundings, noticing areas of need
    • Observation of behaviors, and knowing when to alert a supervisor about a change in one of the animals
    • The position is physical and involves a lot of standing and walking, lifting, and many chores throughout the hospital such as cleaning, dishes, restocking, garbage, and laundry

    Benefits and compensation:

    • Generous compensation: $17.50-$19.50hour (based on experience)
    • Flexible schedule: FT or PT schedule, 9-hour days or half days, Sundays and 1-3 weekdays.
    • Medical/dental/vision insurance with HSA option
    • Vacation and holiday PTO
    • Pet discounts
    • 401(k) options
    • Life insurance and disability
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Training and career growth potential
    • And more!

    Our commitment to animals and our community:

    Newly added doctor, making the doctors a team of three, a talented team of technicians, and skilled support staff, we have more than 67 years of experience in the profession. Our services mainly include routine, soft tissue procedures and dentistry, however, we’re also well-equipped to perform minor orthopedic services and laser therapy treatments. Not to mention our new ultrasound capabilities! We are a paperless facility that operates 7 days a week and has a history of low turnover. Our team is positive, friendly, and genuinely enjoys spending time with each other.

    Apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Pay: $17.50 - $19.50 per hour

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Employee discount
    • Flexible schedule
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Professional development assistance
    • Referral program
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • Day shift
    • Weekends as needed

    Experience:

    • Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
    • Veterinary: 2 years (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 24 Days Ago

P
Veterinary Assistant
  • Petcardia at Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies
  • Castle Rock, CO FULL_TIME
  • Overview We are seeking a Credentialed Veterinary Technician to join our growing team and help ensure we are providing those great experiences. When you join our organization as a Veterinary Technicia...
  • 23 Days Ago

E
Veterinary Assistant
  • Ethos Veterinary Health
  • Denver, CO FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Table Mountain Veterinary Clinic is a small animal clinic located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains that services dogs, cats and a variety of small mammals. The Veterinary Techni...
  • 1 Day Ago

M
Veterinary Assistant
  • Mission Veterinary Partners
  • Denver, CO FULL_TIME
  • Overview Goldsmith Veterinary Clinic has an opportunity for a Veterinary Assistant to join our team! Location: 6777 E Hampden Ave, Denver, CO 80224 Shift Details: This is a full-time position, (4) 10-...
  • 15 Days Ago

S
Veterinary Assistant
  • Second Chances Veterinary Care
  • Wheat Ridge, CO FULL_TIME
  • Second Chances Veterinary Care is an independently owned outpatient surgery, procedural, and urgent care veterinary clinic. Our first mission is to provide no-nonsense veterinary care at affordable pr...
  • 16 Days Ago

E
Veterinary assistant
  • Ethos Veterinary Health
  • Parker, CO FULL_TIME
  • Welcome to Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC)! We are a 24 / 7 Emergency Care Veterinary Hospital with 7 different Specialties. We are offering competitive wages, opportunities for professiona...
  • 16 Days Ago

Filters

Clear All

Filter Jobs By Location
  • Filter Jobs by companies
  • More

0 Veterinary Assistant jobs found in Denver, CO area

V
Veterinary Assistant - Surgery
  • Veritas Veterinary Partners
  • Wheat Ridge, CO
  • Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is excited to announce we are hiring for a Veterinary Assistant to join our Surgery Departme...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

E
Emergency Veterinary Assistant
  • Ethos Veterinary Health
  • Parker, CO
  • Welcome to Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC)! We are a 24/7 Emergency Care Veterinary Hospital with 7 different...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

E
Emergency Veterinary Assistant
  • Ethos Veterinary Health, LLC
  • Parker, CO
  • Welcome to Animal Emergency & Specialty Center (AESC)! We are a 24/7 Emergency Care Veterinary Hospital with 7 different...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

C
Dog Groomer / Pet Stylist
  • Chuck & Don's
  • Denver, CO
  • Position Purpose: New Salon Opening! Chuck & Dons is looking for experienced dog groomers to join our team at Holly Hill...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

H
Veterinary Assistant and Care Giver Luxury Cat Resort
  • Happy Paws Veterinary Hospital
  • Lafayette, CO
  • Job Description Job Description Happy Paws Veterinary Hospital is hiring a Kitty Care Giver for Luxury Cat Resort. This ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

C
Dog Groomer / Pet Stylist
  • Chuck & Don's
  • Englewood, CO
  • Position Purpose: New Salon Opening! Chuck & Dons is looking for experienced dog groomers to join our team at Greenwood ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

P
Registered Veterinary Technician
  • Petco
  • Boulder, CO
  • Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an e...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

T
Veterinary Technician
  • The Veterinary Behavior Center
  • Boulder, CO
  • Job Description Job Description Want to work for a mission driven organization committed to partnering with clients to t...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Denver is in the center of the Front Range Urban Corridor, between the Rocky Mountains to the west and the High Plains to the east. Denver's topography consists of plains in the city center with hilly areas to the north, west and south. According to the United States Census Bureau the city has a total area of 155 square miles (401 km2), of which 153 square miles (396 km2) is land and 1.6 square miles (4.1 km2) (1.1%) is water. The City and County of Denver is surrounded by only three other counties: Adams County to the north and east, Arapahoe County to the south and east, and Jefferson County...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Veterinary Assistant jobs
$27,784 to $40,978
Denver, Colorado area prices
were up 0.4% from a year ago

Veterinary Assistant in Grand Forks, ND
Luckily, there are a variety of ways to get veterinary assistant training that require only free time.
November 24, 2019
Veterinary Assistant in Indianapolis, IN
The assistant must have the physical strength to hold down a 130-pound Newfoundland, and the manual dexterity to hold still a 2-pound kitten.
October 08, 2019
Veterinary Assistant in Lorain, OH
There are also a variety of different settings in which a veterinary assistant can find employment.
October 05, 2019