Denver Veterinary Specialists (DVS) is seeking Veterinary Assistants to join our growing specialty team in Surgery and Ophthalmology. Candidates may apply for either role based on interest, experience and desired location.
Surgery Veterinary Assistant at our Wash Park locationOphthalmology Veterinary Assistant at our Lowry locationThis is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new specialty practice from the beginning, with training provided prior to the opening of our Denver locations.
Position DetailsRoles Surgery Veterinary Assistant (Wash Park)Ophthalmology Veterinary Assistant (Lowry)Employment Type: Full-timeSalary: $19.00 - $23.00 / hour, based on experienceSchedule Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pmAvailability to work weekends in the future as the practice growsTraining & Location InformationAll hired assistants will complete initial training at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital. Training will continue until the opening of our Denver Veterinary Specialists locations.We plan to open our Denver locations with a target opening of June 2026.Future Locations
Wash Park: 300 East Alameda Ave., Denver, CO 80209Lowry: 7111 East Lowry Blvd, Denver, CO 80230Surgery Veterinary Assistant Wash ParkQualificationsPrevious experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred; surgical or anesthesia experience strongly encouragedComfortable handling and restraining patients for procedures and recoveryInterest in surgery, anesthesia, and specialty medicineAbility to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environmentStrong attention to detail and teamwork skillsKey ResponsibilitiesAssist with patient preparation for surgery, including pre-operative care and restraintSupport anesthesia and surgical teams during proceduresAssist with patient monitoring during anesthesia and recoveryMaintain cleanliness and organization of surgical and treatment areasClean, pack, and maintain surgical instruments and equipmentAccurately document patient care as directedCollaborate closely with technicians, veterinarians, and support staffOphthalmology Veterinary Assistant LowryQualificationsPrevious experience as a Veterinary Assistant preferred; ophthalmology experience welcome but not requiredComfortable handling and restraining patients for detailed examinationsInterest in ophthalmology and specialty medicineStrong communication skills and attention to detailWillingness to learn ophthalmic diagnostics and proceduresKey ResponsibilitiesAssist veterinarians and technicians during ophthalmic examinations and proceduresHelp perform diagnostics such as tonometry, Schirmer tear tests, and fluorescein staining (training provided)Prepare patients and exam rooms for ophthalmology appointments and proceduresMaintain and clean ophthalmology equipment and instrumentsSupport client communication and education as directedAccurately document patient care and treatmentsCollaborate closely with the ophthalmology specialty teamBenefitsHighly competitive pay based on experienceMedical, vision, and dental insurance options (some plans paid up to 100%)401(k) retirement options with company matchPaid time offand time to enjoy it6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team membersContinuing education supportMental health support through TalkspacePet discountsBasic life insurance and additional voluntary insurance optionsBase Pay $19 - $23 USD
Veritas Veterinary Partners is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws, we welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. All current positions require the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. Additional fluency in other languages is preferred but not required.
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