Veterinary Assistant (Entry-Level)
Hillside Animal Hospital
Job Description
Location: Hillside Animal Hospital
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $16.00-$16.50/hour
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 7:45am-6pm
We are looking for a reliable, hard-working entry-level Veterinary Assistant to keep our hospital running smoothly. This is a physically demanding role where your primary superpower will be maintaining a spotless, stocked environment and assisting the medical team.
A Typical Day
- Scrub and Sanitize: Clean kennels, exam rooms, surgery suites, and floors to medical-grade standards.
- Sterile Pack Prep: Clean, wrap and sterilize surgical instruments and gowns for surgery.
- Stock Supplies: Keep syringes, gauze, pet food, and cleaning agents fully loaded across the clinic.
- Laundry Duty: Wash, dry, and fold endless mountains of towels and pet blankets.
- Team Support: Jump in to help Vet Techs and DVMs restrain pets safely during exams, radiographs or quick procedures.
Who You Are
- A Go-Getter: You take pride in ownership and actively look for ways to help before being asked.
- Resilient: Loud barking, strong odors, and heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.) doesn’t faze you.
- Eager to Learn: You genuinely want a foot in the door of the veterinary field.
- Big-Picture Thinker: You recognize that your cleanup work forms the literal foundation of safe medical care.
Benefits & Perks
- Employee pet care discounts
- Eligible for participation in our health, dental, and vision plans and 401(k) plan
- Paid vacation benefits, paid sick leave and uniform allowance
Sound like a match? If you are ready to hustle, clean, and learn, apply now with your resume. We look forward to hearing from you!
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
At NVA, we’re on a mission to improve the lives of pets and the people who love them. That starts by empowering our care teams. We nurture their growth with resources to practice medicine their way. Our network of 1,000 hospitals connects them to a community of professionals who share their passion so they can learn and grow together. Our national presence enables us to deliver technology and innovations that simplify work and expand care for all. At NVA, we're committed to your professional growth. We support your entire career journey, offering opportunities ranging from mentorship to ownership.
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NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees. The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process. For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
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