Overview
Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Castle Rock, CO at Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies
Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies is seeking an experienced and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our Emergency Department team in Castle Rock, Colorado. If you enjoy fast-paced medicine, teamwork, and hands-on patient care, this is a great opportunity to grow in emergency veterinary medicine.
As an Emergency Veterinary Assistant, you’ll support veterinarians and technicians in providing high-quality care to urgent and critical patients while helping clients through stressful situations with compassion and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Assist with emergency exams, triage, and treatments
- Safely restrain and handle patients
- Support patient stabilization and monitoring
- Collect diagnostic samples and assist with radiographs and lab work
- Communicate with clients and provide discharge instructions
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Help keep treatment areas organized and efficient
We offer full-time and part-time opportunities with flexible scheduling across swing and overnight shifts.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly pay: $21 – $24 based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) options
- Paid time off
- Employee pet care discount
- Uniform allowance
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
- At least 3 year of veterinary assistant experience in a clinical setting (specialty experience preferred but not required)
Proficiency in:
- Client communication
- Blood draws
- IVC placement
- Animal restraint
- Outpatient care
About Us
Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies delivers advanced, compassionate medical care to pets while supporting a trusted network of referring veterinarians throughout the region. Our 10,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility is equipped with CT, ultrasound, digital radiography, an in-house laboratory and pharmacy, and multiple surgical suites. We provide specialty services in Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, and Internal Medicine.
We are a collaborative, team-oriented practice built on excellence, integrity, respect and we look forward to welcoming a Veterinary Assistant who shares our commitment to outstanding patient care.
Pay: $21.00 – $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Veterinary Assistant
Company: Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies
Location: Castle Rock, CO
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