VCA Fort Collins Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time Experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our practice currently located in Fort Collins, Colorado, and work in both our General Practice and Urgent Care!

Schedule

Full-time position, 4/10’s, weekend availability required (every Saturday, some Sunday). General Practice from 8am-6pm and Urgent Care is 10am-8pm, 7 days a week. Some Holiday coverage is required.

Location

4900 S College Ave Suite 120, Fort Collins, CO 80525

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $18 - $21 / hour.  Compensation is negotiable based on education, experience, and other relevant credentials.

To be considered for this position, please apply by 11/8/2024.

About Us

VCA Fort Collins promotes a community of healthy, happy pets by providing quality medicine and individualized compassionate care.  The hospital is a member of VCA IdeaPark, a group of hospitals working to rethink the future of veterinary medicine.  You will be joining a network of like-minded associates, supported by an all-star team and have access to our latest digital tools.  We have a wonderful clientele.

What You’ll Do

Follow digital treatment plans prescribed by DVMObtain quality lab samples via venipuncture, cystocentesis, fecal collection, etc.Perform in-hospital laboratory diagnostics including fecals, urinalysis, cytology, etc.Process lab samples utilizing in-hospital laboratory equipmentUse low-stress patient-handling techniquesPerform diagnostic radiographs (hands-free as allowed)Administer injections, medications, and veterinary care as directed by a veterinarianCalculate and administer sedation for minor proceduresAdminister and monitor general anesthesia, if requiredMaintain accurate, complete digital medical recordsFill prescriptionsMaintain a clean work environment including following any infectious disease protocols, handling medical/biomedical, and infectious waste appropriately

Qualifications

Required: minimum 3 years of veterinary experience in a general practice or emergency settingPreferred: a current veterinary technician license in the state of Colorado or be eligible to transfer/obtain a license in Colorado. Ability to operate with a sense of urgency and high paceExceptional interpersonal skillsWillingness to jump in as neededAble to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environmentComfortable asking for help and clarification when neededPossess high attention to detail

Benefits

Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team for full-time associates (part-time benefits may vary)!

Paid vacation, sick time, and holiday payContinuing Education allowance and license reimbursementFree mental health sessions (Lyra) and wellness subscriptions (Head Space)Referral bonusesMedical, dental & vision insurance for you and your familyHealth saving account, and Flexible spending accountGenerous pet care discounts plus discounts on Mars, Royal Canin, and moreLife, short, and long-term disability insurance (company-paid)Paid parental leave for new parents401(k) (company match)Opportunities for growth and leadership roles at VCA and Mars Veterinary HealthDedicated onboarding and development supportAssociate-led equity, inclusion, and diversity groupsFree Continuing Education through our online WoofU

If you are a current associate, you 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.