Veterinary Assistant/Technician - Vetwerx Equine South

Job Description

Job Description

PetVet Care Centers' Vetwerx Equine South is currently seeking a Veterinary Assistant/Technician to join their team!

At PetVet Care Centers, our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional and compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. That starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide , we offer:

• Local autonomy with national support
• Career mobility and development opportunities
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first

You care for pets. We care for you.

Position Overview

Join our team as a Veterinary Assistant/Technician who supports the veterinarians and technicians in their daily tasks by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

Vetwerx Equine South in Parker, Colorado, is a full-service equine veterinary practice, providing mobile care across Colorado's southern Denver Metro and Front Range. We are committed to delivering the highest standard of equine medicine with compassion and integrity. We foster a supportive, collaborative team culture where every staff member plays a meaningful role in excellent patient care and client service. Prospective team members will join a dynamic environment with a focus on continuous learning, advanced diagnostic tools, and a shared passion for equine health.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handling and restraining patients, including jogging for soundness exams
• Ensure truck has any necessary equipment for the appointments that day
• Setting up equipment for appointments (ultrasound, endoscope, dental floats, shockwave, radiograph)
• Clean and disinfect materials and equipment
• Manage truck inventory
• Entering invoices and client/patient information into hospital management software, maintain accurate medical records
• Submit laboratory samples
• Other duties as assigned by veterinarian

Physical Demands:

• Able to stand for long periods of time
• Able to jog horses in hand
• Able to lunge horses Walk/Trot/Canter both directions
• Able to lift 35+ lbs

Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong equine handling skills
• May consider an equivalent combination of education, certification, training, and/or experience
• Ability to work with or around sick animals, potentially hazardous materials, cleaning chemicals, gas anesthetics, zoonotic diseases, and unpleasant odors
• Depending on the functional area of assignment, tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation and/or extended periods of time standing and/or walking.

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Veterinary assistant or technician experience preferred but not necessary.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time (9-5)

What We Offer
We care deeply about supporting our team members — professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Parental Leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team Member Pet Discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support — including Calm app access and 24/7 EAP
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle — a relief fund for team members facing personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pay Range

$18—$23 USD

At PetVet Care Centers, we're committed to a Culture of Care — for pets, for the people who love them, and for the team members who make it all possible. With more than 420 hospitals across the U.S. and a team of over 11,000 dedicated professionals , including 1700+ veterinarians , we offer a unique blend of local leadership and national support that helps our hospitals thrive.

Our model is built on partnership, collaboration, and local medical autonomy , empowering each hospital to deliver high-quality care while benefiting from shared resources and a strong professional community. Whether you're providing care in a hospital or supporting operations behind the scenes, PetVet is a place where you can grow your career, stay connected to your purpose, and make a meaningful impact.

You care for pets. We care for you.

PetVet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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