Veterinary Technician - Assistant
$18 - $25 per hourWadsworth Animal Hospital
Job Description
Job Description
Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Technician (Full-Time)
Location: Wadsworth Animal Hospital, a privately owned approximately 5-doctor AAHA-accredited PRIVATELY OWNED small animal hospital
4595 Harlan Street
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Compensation: $18–$25 per hour, commensurate with experience
About Us
At Wadsworth Animal Hospital, we’re a privately owned, 5-doctor AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate care to our patients and their families. We pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive, positive, and collaborative team culture where every member is valued and encouraged to grow.
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated, dependable, and compassionate Veterinary Assistant or Veterinary Technician to join our full-time team. The ideal candidate is a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is eager to learn, and contributes to a culture of respect, kindness, and excellence in patient care.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and treatments
- Prepare and maintain surgical and dental equipment, and assist with anesthesia monitoring
- Perform patient restraint, sample collection (blood, urine, fecal), and diagnostic testing
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments under veterinarian supervision
- Maintain accurate medical records and ensure proper patient documentation
- Provide compassionate client education and support regarding pet care, nutrition, and home treatments
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of treatment areas, exam rooms, and kennels
- Assist with radiology, laboratory work, and patient recovery
- Ensure adherence to AAHA standards and hospital protocols for safety and patient care
- Contribute to a positive, respectful, and team-oriented workplace
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Veterinary Assistant or Technician preferred
- Certification (CVT, LVT, RVT) is a plus, but not required
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Compassionate attitude toward animals and their owners
- Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure
- Availability for a full-time schedule, including weekends on a rotating shift (Monday-Friday with one day off during the week, and 1/2 days on Saturdays with every fourth Saturday off)
Why Join Our Team?
- Supportive, family-like environment
- Opportunity to work alongside skilled doctors and staff in an AAHA-accredited practice
- Continuing education encouraged
- Competitive pay based on experience ($18–$25/hour)
- We offer competitive pay, health insurance, paid vacation and sick time, uniforms, employee discounts, and a retirement plan
**Please DO NOT CALL the practice to inquire about this listing, all communication will take place within this platform and interview opportunities***
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