Veterinary Assistant

The Veterinary Center at Turnberry in Commerce City, Colorado, is dedicated to partnering with pet owners for comprehensive care at every stage of their pet's life. Since 2016, our mission has been simple: treating every pet like our own while providing outstanding medical services. The high level of trust we have built in the community is clearly reflected in our excellent 4.7-star Google rating. If you are looking for an environment where you can truly connect with clients, practice advanced medicine, and do your best work, this is where your next professional opportunity awaits.Joining the dedicated group of veterinarians and teammates at Turnberry means becoming part of a supportive structure designed for your professional success. We recognize that career growth takes intention, and as part of our network, you will have access to resources that help all teammates achieve their career goals, whether that means moving into leadership or expanding your clinical knowledge. Our hospital culture is built on a foundation of education, ensuring that you have the internal specialty consultations and resources necessary to consistently provide high-quality medicine and advance your skill set in a supportive environment.As a full-service veterinary clinic, we offer a wide and challenging range of medical services, ensuring you are engaged daily. Our capabilities include comprehensive wellness and preventative care, in-house testing and diagnostics, and a variety of advanced care and surgical procedures. Since we also provide emergency care, you will have the opportunity to manage both routine health maintenance and complex, time-sensitive cases. Our commitment is to quality care, early detection, and treatment of a wide range of conditions and diseases for the pets we serve in Commerce City.Commerce City, Colorado, offers a friendly, growing community atmosphere where The Veterinary Center at Turnberry has been proudly established since 2016. This area provides a rich environment for building lasting client relationships and becoming a trusted staple in a community that deeply values its pets. When you join our Commerce City teammates, you are committing to a practice that is already deeply woven into the fabric of the local pet-owning population, positioning you to build a long and fulfilling career here.

This position will be posted a minimum of three days.

Job Description

Your Impact as a Veterinary Assistant

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands-on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go-To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client Experience: You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

How You're Supported

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.
Note: Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

Competitive Compensation

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role.

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial protection benefits like Life Insurance and Disability coverage.

Commitment to Growth

We support your career goals with opportunities for professional development, including educational assistance for qualified teammates to enroll in AVMA-accredited veterinary technician programs.

The Power of a Network

Join a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals who share a passion for collaboration, career growth, and sharing best practices.

Enjoy discounted veterinary care for your own pets, access to an online discount platform, and free 24/7 access to doctors through Teladoc.

About Mission Pet Health

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at missionpethealth.com .

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values – Work Together, Amaze, and Grow . Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine. We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 "Most Loved Workplace," ranked #2 in America's Top 100 and #1 in veterinary care.

Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io with your request and contact information.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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