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Veterinary Assistant @ Northwest Animal Hospital

Location Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States of America Category Veterinary Technician / Assistant Job Id R-196871 Job Type Part time
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JOB DESCRIPTION

Northwest Animal Hospital is seeking experienced Veterinary Assistants to join our team. Education and/or Experience, and a dedicated interest in a career in the veterinary field a must. MUST be available Saturdays 7am -3 pm, Sundays from 8 am to 1pm, Tuesdays and Fridays, 7 am to 6 pm. Other weekdays we can offer flexibility in schedule.

This position pays $16.00 to $18.00 per hour, dependent on experience, education, certification, etc.

Resumes/Applications accepted through 04/30/2025

We are a fun, outgoing, supportive team that welcomes individuals with drive, and an excellent work ethic, who have fun while delivering excellent customer service and patient care.
The successful candidate will be a believer in the possibilities of high quality veterinary medicine and patient care—with the expertise and technical know-how to make them happen. The successful candidate will be reliable, dependable, comfortable with client interaction and communication and education. They will take direction well and thrive in a fast paced, supportive, busy environment.
In this position you will be supporting our Doctors and Technician team by creating a positive, low-stress atmosphere for our clients and patients.  Duties will include:
• Maintaining medical records. 
• Preparing surgical suite and surgical patients. 
• Filling prescriptions. 
• Performing laboratory work and diagnostic imaging.
• Providing compassionate care and a home away from home for hospitalized pets.

Obtaining medical history and managing electronic medical records.

Must be comfortable in a client facing position, demonstrating patience and friendliness in education and support.

  • Animal Husbandry
  • Cleaning, House keeping and Hospital Maintenance.
  • Walking and feeding animals
  • Any other duties throughout the hospital as needed and at the direction of the Leadership team.



At VCA, your passion for medicine and compassion for pets and people is matched with a commitment to your professional growth.
• You will enjoy exposure to a diverse and stimulating caseload, employ the most advanced imaging and monitoring tools, and tap into the expertise of more than 4,500 doctors, including 600+ boarded specialists.
• You will sharpen your skills—and even learn some new techniques—and explore career options that only VCA can offer, such as continuing education, transfer, specialization, and leadership opportunities.
 

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com

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