Veterinary Assistant
Required skills
- safe animal handling
- restraint
- assist with exams
- treatments
- outpatient procedures
- patient histories
- patient weights
- vital signs
- administer oral medications
- accurate medical records
Nice to have
- veterinary assistant
- animal care
- kennel assistant
- pocket pets
Role summary
Alta Vista Animal Hospital seeks an outgoing Veterinary Assistant to support efficient hospital operations and provide exceptional patient and client care. Responsibilities include assisting with exams and procedures, maintaining medical records, administering medications, and communicating treatment plans to clients. Success requires strong communication, attention to detail, and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes compassionate patient handling and building positive client relationships.
Alta Vista Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help create exceptional experiences for clients and patients during exams and outpatient visits.
We are seeking an outgoing veterinary assistant who thrives in client engagement, schedule coordination, and multitasking. In this position, you will play a critical role in supporting efficient hospital operations, creating positive client experiences, and ensuring patients receive compassionate, high-quality care. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and the ability to anticipate the needs of both the veterinary team and clients throughout the patient visit.
In this position, you will take an active role in:
Schedule and compensation:
Full-time Benefits Package*:
*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law
Minimum qualifications and skill set:
Why choose Alta Vista Animal Hospital?
Alta Vista Animal Hospital is a trusted veterinary clinic dedicated to providing compassionate, comprehensive care to pets throughout the Montrose, Olathe, Delta, Ridgway, Ouray, and Telluride areas. With two veterinarians and a dedicated support team, the practice provides personalized, high-quality care tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
In addition to caring for dogs and cats, Alta Vista Animal Hospital also sees pocket pets, offering a diverse and rewarding caseload for veterinary professionals who enjoy working with a variety of species. From routine wellness exams to diagnostics and surgery, the team is committed to promoting the health and happiness of every patient that walks through their doors.
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Posting Date: 08/06/26
The application deadline is at least 5 days after the posting date.
How to apply: Please click the "apply" link provided on the job posting platform.
This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Pay Range$18—$20 USDAlta Vista AH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.
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