Veterinary Assistant — Red Rocks Animal Center

Job overview

The Veterinary Assistant role is onsite in Lakewood, CO. Compensation is not specified. Red Rocks Animal Center provides veterinary services and describes a collaborative, supportive culture focused on patient care and client experiences. The assistant supports veterinarians and technicians with patient care, treatment preparation, equipment, records, and client interactions. The role contributes to safe, compassionate care by helping maintain patients’ comfort and supporting the hospital’s daily clinical operations.

What you'll do

• Greet patients and owners
• record weights and vital signs
• assist with triage, exams, treatments, medication administration, and restraint as directed
• perform laboratory tests and radiographs
• maintain equipment and medical records
• feed, bathe, and groom patients
• clean facilities and communicate with clients.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

veterinary assistant

animal care

veterinary support

surgery experience

patient handling

laboratory tests

radiographs

medical records

lakewood co

red rocks animal center

petvet care centers

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• pet discounts
• emotional wellbeing support
• continuing education stipends
• career development resources
• and hardship relief fund.

Why this role

The schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m.; the posting requires veterinary and surgery experience.

About the employer

PetVet Care Centers is hiring for this role. Industry: Veterinary Services. Sector: 54.