Veterinary Assistant

Adams County Animal Hospital – Westminster, CO

Pay: $19.00–$21.00 per hour, based on experience
Application deadline: September 30, 2026

Adams County Animal Hospital is looking for a compassionate, dependable Veterinary Assistant to join our small-animal general practice team. We provide wellness care, same-day sick appointments, dentistry, surgery, diagnostics, and preventive care in a supportive, team-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians and veterinary technicians during appointments and procedures

• Safely restrain dogs and cats using compassionate, low-stress techniques

• Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas

• Assist with laboratory testing, radiographs, treatments, and sample collection

• Support surgical and dental preparation, monitoring, and recovery

• Clean, disinfect, and maintain hospital equipment and patient-care areas

• Accurately document patient information and communicate with the medical team

• Help educate clients about medications, treatments, and follow-up care

• Provide friendly, professional service to clients and their pets

• Support teammates and assist with other hospital responsibilities as needed

Qualifications

• Veterinary assistant experience is preferred, but we are willing to consider motivated candidates with relevant animal-care experience

• Comfortable handling dogs and cats of different sizes and temperaments

• Compassionate, dependable, and attentive to detail

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Able to remain calm and organized in a busy clinical environment

• Willing to learn and accept feedback

• Able to perform the physical responsibilities of the position, including standing for extended periods and lifting or assisting with animals

Benefits

• Medical insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• 401(k)

• Health Savings Account

• Paid time off

• Employee discounts

• Eligibility for periodic bonuses

If you are passionate about helping animals and want to be part of a hardworking, supportive veterinary team, we would love to hear from you.

Applications will be accepted through September 30, 2026.