Red Hill Animal Health Center is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!
Position Details
Role: Veterinary Assistant
Status: Full-time
Salary: $21 - $24 per hour
Schedule: 4 10-hr weekday shifts
Benefits Highlights
Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; up to three weeks of paid parental leave; generous PTO; and employee discounts
Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education opportunities, mentorship, and uniform allowance
Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program
Looking for a Veterinary Team That Feels Like Family?
Calling all animal lovers! If you consider pet hair a fashion accessory and carry treats in your pockets "just in case," you'll fit right in at Red Hill Animal Health Center.
We are an AAHA-accredited, 2½-doctor small animal practice nestled in the beautiful Rocky Mountains of Colorado. We are currently looking to add two Veterinary Assistants to our team as two of our amazing assistants head off to veterinary school. Their loss is your gain!
We're willing to train the right candidates who are passionate about animal care, client service, and teamwork. If you're eager to learn, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and want to build a rewarding career in veterinary medicine, we'd love to hear from you.
Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love Red Hill Animal Health Center
- AAHA-accredited practice committed to high-quality medicine
- Supportive team that values collaboration and communication
- Opportunities for training, mentorship, and professional growth
- Beautiful Rocky Mountain location
- Positive clinic culture focused on teamwork and compassion
- Opportunity to learn from experienced veterinarians and technicians
- Meaningful work helping pets and the people who love them
What You'll Do
- Assist veterinarians and technicians during exams, treatments, and procedures
- Safely restrain patients for examinations and treatments
- Learn veterinary medical terminology, vaccine schedules, and treatment protocols
- Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and supplies for patient care
- Support patient treatments and nursing care as directed by veterinarians and technicians
- Maintain clean and organized treatment, exam, and hospital areas
- Provide exceptional client service and communication
- Collaborate with the team to ensure efficient patient and client care throughout the day
- Assist with general hospital duties and workflow as needed
What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and take direction from doctors and technicians
- Compassion for pets and their families
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented mindset and willingness to help others succeed
- Interest in veterinary medicine and animal care
The Extras You'll Actually Feel
- Mentorship and support from experienced veterinary professionals
- Opportunities to develop valuable veterinary skills
- Employee benefits that support both personal and professional well-being
- A team that celebrates successes and supports growth
- A workplace where your contributions truly matter
- The chance to start or grow a meaningful career in veterinary medicine
Benefits You Can't Beat
Financial Benefits
- A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only; after one year of service)
- Sick Time / Paid Time Off
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
Workplace Benefits
- Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
- Professional development opportunities
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
Lifestyle Benefits
- Six paid holidays (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Join Our Team!
If you think you've got what it takes to be our newest veterinary assistant, don't wait! Apply today and start your journey with a team that loves patient care, values teamwork, and is committed to helping you succeed.
Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Red Hill Animal Health Center and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
