Veterinary Assistant

Job Description

At Broadview Animal Clinic, we're all about providing compassionate care for our patients, whether they're playful puppies or curious cats. We're looking for a dedicated Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help us deliver excellent veterinary care in a welcoming, supportive environment. If you're passionate about pets and want to be a key part of a caring, collaborative team, we'd love to meet you!


What You'll Do:


Assist with Patient Care: You'll be right there with our veterinarians, helping with everything from routine exams to more involved procedures. You'll be hands-on in every part of the process!


Client Communication: You'll interact with pet parents, explaining treatments, answering questions, and providing guidance on how to care for their pets. Your friendly demeanor will help build strong relationships with clients.


Lab Support: Collect samples and run basic lab tests, providing important information to the veterinary team to aid in diagnosis and treatment.


Supply and Facility Maintenance: Make sure the clinic is well-stocked and organized, and assist with maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.


Educate Clients: With the guidance of a veterinarian, you'll offer advice and information to clients about proper pet care, including nutrition, grooming, and preventative health.


What We're Looking For:


Animal Care Passion: You have a natural love for animals and genuine interest in their well-being.


Communication Skills: You're able to explain things clearly to clients and collaborate effectively with your team.


Attention to Detail: Whether it's preparing medications or writing thorough medical notes, you're organized in everything you do.


Team Player: You enjoy working with others and thrive in a cooperative, friendly environment.

Qualifications:
• Must be 18yrs old or older
• Must be a self-starter, able to multitask and a team player.
• Genuinely enjoys working with animals and is able to deal with them even when they are stressed, ill or in pain.
• 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant role
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job. Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (will be assisted by other staff members in lifting animals over 40 lbs.). Should be able to lift 40lbs on own.


. Walks or stands for extended periods or time; frequently works in a bent or squatting position.


. Is experienced in the teamwork approach and works well with all levels of hospital team members.


If you are passionate about animals and are interested in joining a team of highly devoted animal advocates, our hospital may be the right fit for you.

• Compensation
  • Base hourly rate of $19.75 - $22 DOE
  • Medical, Vision, Dental insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Health Savings Account
  • Paid time off
  • Employee discounts
  • Uniform Allowances
  • This position is also eligible for a periodic bonus

Accepting applications through 10/15/26

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.


Purpose : Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together


Mission : Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.


Values : Care Deeply, Do What's Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What's Next


One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together


NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet's life.


At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here's what to expect when interacting with us:

- We'll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com


- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication


- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com


- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at View email address on click.appcast.io. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.