Veterinary Assistant

Westside Animal Hospital

Colorado Springs, CO, US
Base: $15.50 - $17.50 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Full-time, on-site (35-37 hours per week, including at least two saturdays per month)
Dependable team player with passion for pets
Experience with animal handling and restraint
Knowledge of veterinary equipment and tools
Westside Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team in Colorado Springs, CO. The ideal candidate will have veterinary experience, a passion for animal care, and excellent communication skills while benefiting from a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits

Job Summary

  • The role involves joining a long-standing general practice hospital in Colorado Springs that values compassionate care and treats patients like family.
  • Candidates are expected to perform duties such as rooming patients, assisting with surgery, drawing blood, and operating x-ray equipment.
  • AmeriVet offers comprehensive benefits including healthcare, dental, vision, 401K matching, and pet care discounts for full-time employees.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Westside Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join their dedicated team in Colorado Springs, CO. The ideal candidate will have veterinary experience, a passion for animal care, and excellent communication skills while benefiting from a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Salary

Base: $15.50 - $17.50 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Healthcare, dental, vision, 401K matching, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Dependable team player with passion for pets
  • Experience with animal handling and restraint
  • Knowledge of veterinary equipment and tools
  • Ability to draw blood and run bloodwork
  • Understanding of x-ray positioning techniques

Nice-to-have

  • Surgical assisting experience preferred
  • Strong client education communication skills
  • Positive and motivating team member attitude
  • Previous veterinary practice experience
  • Detail-oriented organizational skills

Key Requirements

  • 1+ years of veterinary experience (preferred)
  • Knowledge of industry tools and equipment
  • Proper animal handling and restraint skills

Work Rights

Not specified

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