Veterinary Assistant

Green Mountain Animal Hospital is hiring an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our growing team! We are a four‑doctor small‑animal practice located in the Golden/Lakewood/Arvada area. Our practice offers a fast‑paced, high‑energy environment with a focus on both technical skill and professional staff development. Role Details Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant Status: Full‑time Salary: $20–$23 per hour Schedule: 4 × 10‑hour shifts, rotating Saturdays Responsibilities Safe and effective patient handling and restraint Knowledge of preventative care and vaccines Obtaining diagnostics (radiographs, phlebotomy, sample collection) and performing in‑house lab work Professional, compassionate communication with clients and staff Simplified documentation of patient records and client interactions Qualifications Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can‑do attitude Reliability and professionalism in a fast‑paced setting A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience Benefits & Perks Competitive pay, flexible compensation based on skill and performance 401(k) matching (full‑time) & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition support program (full‑time only) Health insurance (medical, dental, vision) plus supplemental options (accident, critical illness, insurance, short/long‑term disability, legal plan, life insurance for employee/spouse/child) (full‑time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service) Sick time/paid time off Free or discounted lab work for employee pets Pet discounts on services and products Quarterly team rewards bonus program VTNE exam fee reimbursement Continuing education allowance Six paid holidays (full‑time only) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling and mental health benefits Employee discount program Uniform allowance ($250 annual) Training & Development Vetcor University – training for skill development and career growth CE allowance and opportunities Tuition assistance program Lend a Hand Program – increased pay to help a sister hospital VetLife Days – rotate to a sister hospital Health & Welfare Medical, dental, and vision insurance (full‑time only) Optional life insurance, disability, and accidental insurance EAP with counseling and mental health benefits DVM Professional Liability Insurance fully covered Licensure fees, professional & association dues Financial Wellbeing 401(k) with company contribution Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account EAP with financial & legal advice/services Employee referral bonus Time Off / Work Life Balance Paid time off Paid holidays So if you are looking for a workplace that will light your fire and not burn you out, that prioritizes both patient and staff care, we invite you to join our team ! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Green Mountain Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr Greenmtnanimalhospital