Veterinary Assistant at VCA Midpark Animal Hospital
Schedule: Full-time opportunity, flexible scheduling available
About Our Hospital
VCA Midpark Animal Hospital is a trusted 3-doctor practice serving pets and families in our community with personalized veterinary care. From routine wellness visits to surgery and dental care, we focus on building lasting relationships with our clients while creating a supportive and collaborative workplace for our team.
About VCA
At VCA Animal Hospitals, we’re passionate about delivering world-class veterinary care while supporting the people who make it possible. As part of Mars Veterinary Health, we’re committed to helping our teams grow while making a lasting impact on pets and the people who love them.
The Opportunity
As a Veterinary Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting our doctors and technicians while helping create a positive experience for pets and their families. This is a great opportunity for someone who loves animals, enjoys teamwork, and wants to grow in veterinary medicine.
What You’ll Do
Restrain and safely handle pets for exams and treatments
Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas
Assist doctors and technicians with appointments and procedures
Collect patient histories and support client communication
Feed, walk, and monitor hospitalized pets
Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout the hospital
Sterilize instruments and prepare surgical packs
Assist with laboratory samples and diagnostics
Maintain accurate medical records
Deliver compassionate care to patients and clients every day
What We’re Looking For
1+ years of Veterinary Assistant experience
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Passion for patient care and client service
Total Rewards
As a VCA Associate, eligible full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package which may include:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid parental leave
Mental wellness resources including Headspace and Lyra
Continuing education and internal development programs
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Compensation
$17.00 – $19.00/hour
Pay range is negotiable based on experience, education, skills, and credentials.
Your Next Career Step Starts Here
Whether you're starting your veterinary career or looking for a hospital where you can grow, VCA Animal Hospitals is the place for you. Apply today.
If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.
Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com.VCA Animal Hospitals Denver, Colorado, USA Office
Denver, United States
VCA Animal Hospitals Highlands Ranch, Colorado, USA Office
Highlands Ranch, United States
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