Veterinary Assistant, Multi-Specialty

About the role

Join our team at Southern Colorado Veterinary Internal Medicine and Oncology (SCVIM), where we are proud to deliver advanced specialty care to pets across Southern Colorado. Recently recognized with the Ethos Elite Award for exceptional leadership and culture, SCVIM stands as one of the largest veterinary internal medicine and oncology practices in the country. Conveniently located in Colorado Springs, our state-of-the-art facility provides advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities including ultrasound, video endoscopy, CT imaging, and chemotherapy services. While we are a highly specialized hospital, we remain deeply committed to our clients, our patients, and the collaborative culture that drives our success.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort, cleanliness, and safety for hospitalized patients.
• Monitor patients and alert technicians or veterinarians to changes in condition.
• Absorb and alert to changes in patient condition.
• Assist with patient restraint for exams, diagnostics, and procedures.
• Assist with IV catheter placement, venipuncture, and sample collection.
• Administer medications under direction of veterinarian or technician.
• Absorb anesthesia monitoring and surgical preparation.
• Support diagnostic procedures including radiographs and CT scans.
• Assist with placement of urinary catheters and oxygen support devices.
• Perform patient recovery monitoring, including temperature support and vital checks.
• Walk, feed, and clean hospitalized patients.
• Assist with laboratory sample handling and in-house diagnostics.
• Prepare and maintain treatment areas, exam rooms, and surgical packs.
• Process medical records, discharge instructions, and client paperwork accurately.
• Support client communication including estimates, updates, and discharge education.
• Maintain cleanliness, stocking, and organization of hospital areas.
• Absorb and assist with additional tasks and workflow support across departments as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 6 months to 1 year of veterinary experience required.
• Strong patient handling and restraint skills.
• Familiarity with veterinary terminology and basic clinical procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced specialty hospital environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work independently when needed.
• Demonstrated compassion for patients and strong client service mindset.
• Fluent English speaking and reading required; multilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Pay

$17.00 - $22.00/hr. based on experience and skillset

Schedule

Full-Time 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Weekdays ONLY Primarily daytime schedule with approximately one overnight ICU shift every three weeks

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Accrued paid time off (3 weeks annually)
• Uniform stipend
• Competitive wages based on experience
• Annual CE allowance for Veterinary Assistants and Technicians
• VetBloom CE and training platform access
• License reimbursement for credentialed technicians (if applicable)
• Financial support and mentorship toward VTS advancement
• Growth and advancement opportunities across a specialty hospital system