Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies is seeking an experienced and compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join our Emergency Department team in Castle Rock, Colorado. If you enjoy fast-paced medicine, teamwork, and hands-on patient care, this is a great opportunity to grow in emergency veterinary medicine.
As an Emergency Veterinary Assistant, you’ll support veterinarians and technicians in providing high-quality care to urgent and critical patients while helping clients through stressful situations with compassion and professionalism.
Responsibilities
- Assist with emergency exams, triage, and treatments
- Safely restrain and handle patients
- Support patient stabilization and monitoring
- Collect diagnostic samples and assist with radiographs and lab work
- Communicate with clients and provide discharge instructions
- Maintain accurate medical records
- Help keep treatment areas organized and efficient
We offer full-time and part-time opportunities with flexible scheduling across swing and overnight shifts.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly pay: $21 – $24 based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) options
- Paid time off
- Employee pet care discount
- Uniform allowance
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
- At least 3 year of veterinary assistant experience in a clinical setting (specialty experience preferred but not required)
Proficiency in:
- Client communication
- Blood draws
- IVC placement
- Animal restraint
- Outpatient care
About Us
Veterinary Specialists of the Rockies delivers advanced, compassionate medical care to pets while supporting a trusted network of referring veterinarians throughout the region. Our 10,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility is equipped with CT, ultrasound, digital radiography, an in-house laboratory and pharmacy, and multiple surgical suites. We provide specialty services in Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, and Internal Medicine.
We are a collaborative, team-oriented practice built on excellence, integrity, respect and we look forward to welcoming a Veterinary Assistant who shares our commitment to outstanding patient care.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Veterinary Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
