Veterinary Assistant

VCA Dakota Ridge Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Assistant to join our team. Location: Littleton, CO Pay: $19.50- 21.50/hr. Time Type: Full-time, 40 hours a week Application Deadline: 4/1/2026 We are a fast-paced, collaborative veterinary hospital committed to delivering exceptional patient care and an outstanding client experience. Our team values accountability, compassion, efficiency, and continuous improvement. We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant who thrives in a supportive but structured environment and is eager to grow both technically and professionally. The Veterinary Assistant supports our doctors and technicians in providing safe, high-quality medical care to our patients while ensuring a smooth and positive experience for clients. This role is ideal for someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a busy clinical setting. Patient Care & Technical Support Safely restrain patients for exams and procedures Assist technicians with diagnostics including radiographs, lab sample collection, and in-house testing Prepare and maintain treatment areas Work directly with the Veterinarian in exam rooms Clean, disinfect, and maintain equipment and exam rooms Client Interaction Provide compassionate, professional communication with clients Review discharge instructions and reinforce doctor recommendations Ensure accurate documentation of services and treatments Operational Support Maintain inventory and restock supplies Follow hospital SOPs and safety protocols Support workflow efficiency during high-volume appointment times Qualifications Previous veterinary experience preferred (6+ months ideal) Ability to work on feet for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs Strong communication and teamwork skills High attention to detail and willingness to learn Ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced or stressful situations What Were Looking For Someone who takes initiative and anticipates doctors needs A positive attitude and strong work ethic Accountability and reliability Commitment to continuous learning and growth Why Join the VCA Family? We are passionate about supporting Veterinary Assistants and are committed to your continuing education and personal career development. VCA is a community of dedicated professionals that will encourage you to explore everything a Veterinary Assistant career has to offer. At VCA, we are committed to equity, inclusion, and diversity and strive to be a place where a talented mix of people want to come, stay, and do their best work. In addition, we support a work environment where you can focus on your career, happiness, and the patients you serve. Below are some of the many benefits of joining the VCA team! Access to the people and financial resources of a large veterinary community Leadership opportunities Career development programs Opportunities to give back through strong Shelter partnerships and VCA Charities Continuing education opportunities Tuition support and sponsorships Free mental health and wellness subscriptions (Head Space) Referral bonuses Competitive wage Medical, dental & vision insurance Generous pet care discounts Life, long and short-term disability insurance Paid parental leave Paid vacation and sick time 401(k) We value your time and that is why we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this role, please fill out our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application today. 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. A leader in veterinary care, VCA Animal Hospitals is committed to taking care of the future of veterinary medicine. We are a family of hometown animal hospitals determined to positively impact pets, people and our communities. From primary care to emergency, urgent and specialty care, VCA delivers world-class medicine and hometown care to more than four million pets each year. We invest in cutting-edge tools, training and technology that enable Associates across our national network of hospitals to lead the industry today and into tomorrow. Among our talented 35,000 Associates are nearly 7,000 veterinarians including 500 who are board-certified specialists nearly 4,000 credentialed technicians and over 10,000 veterinary assistants all dedicated to giving pets the very best in medical care. The future of veterinary medicine is in our hands. Join us.