Experienced Veterinary Assistant

Experienced Veterinary Assistant

SouthPark Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and support exceptional experiences for our clients and patients across all aspects of hospital care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a versatile veterinary assistant who enjoys variety in their day and wants to continue utilizing and developing a well-rounded skillset across patient care, client service, surgery, dentistry, and outpatient procedures. The practice sees a diverse range of patients, including dogs and cats, pocket pets, birds, reptiles, and turtles, providing an exciting opportunity to work with multiple species and expand your clinical skillset.

We are seeking dependable, motivated candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment, multitask efficiently, anticipate team needs, communicate professionally, and take pride in delivering exceptional support throughout every stage of the patient visit.

In this position, you will take an active role in:

• Assisting veterinarians during exams, treatments, surgical procedures, and dentistry
• Providing safe, gentle patient handling and stress-free restraint during outpatient and procedural care
• Preparing patients, equipment, and treatment areas for appointments and procedures
• Maintaining accurate medical records and treatment documentation
• Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately
• Building positive client relationships through education, communication, and attentive service
• Maintaining clean, organized, and fully prepared exam rooms, treatment areas, and procedural spaces

Schedule and compensation:

• Compensation: $22 - $25 per hour, for each hour worked
• This is a full-time position, with a 4/10 schedule and availability needed Monday-Friday and rotating Saturday coverage for a half-day shift.

Full-time benefits package*:

• Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k with company match
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 4+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant required
• Proficiency in the following skills:
• Safe animal handling and stress-free restraint skills for dogs, cats, pocket pets, reptiles, and avian of varying sizes and temperaments
• Client communication and education
• Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles
• Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures
• Ability to assist in surgical procedures and dental prophy's
• Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs
• Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation

Why choose SouthPark Animal Clinic?

SouthPark Animal Clinic in Littleton, Colorado, is a 3-doctor practice dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care for a diverse range of patients. In addition to dogs and cats, the team also sees pocket pets, birds, reptiles, and turtles, offering a varied and rewarding caseload.

Their experienced team provides comprehensive services, including preventive care, diagnostics, dentistry, and orthopedic surgery, with a focus on personalized medicine and building lasting relationships with pets and their families.