Veterinary Assistant

Festival Animal Clinic is seeking an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team and help create exceptional experiences for clients and patients during exams and outpatient visits.

We are seeking an outgoing, personable veterinary assistant who enjoys connecting with clients, coordinating schedules, and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. In this role, you’ll be an essential part of our team, helping keep hospital operations running smoothly while creating a welcoming, positive experience for clients and ensuring every patient receives compassionate, high-quality care. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with the ability to anticipate the needs of clients, patients, and the veterinary team throughout each visit.

Responsibilities include:

- Supporting efficient exam room and outpatient workflow to ensure exceptional patient and client care

- Maintaining accurate, thorough medical records and treatment documentation

- Reviewing treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions with clients clearly and compassionately

- Building positive relationships with clients through education, communication, and attentive service

Schedule and compensation:

- Compensation: $ 19 - $22 per hour, for each hour worked

- This is a full-time position, with a 7:45 am - 5:30 pm schedule and availability needed Monday-Thursday with a rotating Saturday.

Full-time Benefits Package*:

- Bonus package: Up to $500 depending on experience

- Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- Life insurance and disability

- Employee Assistance Program

- 401k with company match

- Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law

- Personal pet discount

- Uniform allowance

- Hil's and Royal Canin pet food discount

- Fully stocked breakroom with snacks and light meals to keep you fueled throughout the day

*Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

- 3+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant required

- Proficiency in the following skills:

Safe animal handling and low-stress restraint skills for dogs and cats of varying sizes and temperaments

- Client communication and education

- Knowledge of basic veterinary terminology and patient care principles

- Ability to assist with exams, treatments, blood draws, and outpatient procedures

- Experience collecting patient histories and obtaining patient weights and vital signs

- Ability to maintain accurate medical records and treatment documentation

- Ability to prioritize tasks and multitask in a fast-paced environment

- Strong organizational and time management skills

Why choose Festival Animal Clinic?

Festival Animal Clinic is a community-focused veterinary practice in Centennial, CO, dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care for pets and the families who love them. Our team of four veterinarians combines high-quality medicine, modern diagnostics, and a collaborative approach to deliver comprehensive care, from wellness and dentistry to surgery and senior pet care. We prioritize stress-free handling techniques to help pets feel safe, comfortable, and at ease during their visits. With a focus on building lasting client relationships and creating a welcoming, supportive environment, we strive to make every visit a positive experience for pets and their people.

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Posting Date: 10/09/26

The application deadline is at least 5 days after the posting date.

How to apply: Please click the "apply" link provided on the job posting platform.

This is a good-faith estimate based on the role's requirements at the time of posting. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and other benefits depending on role and location. A complete description of benefits available for this position will be provided during the hiring process. Where required under applicable law, Company provides eligible employees with paid sick leave, health emergency leave, and other legally mandated benefits programs, all in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local law depending on the location of the practice you support.
Pay Range $19 — $22 USD
Western Veterinary Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Western Veterinary Partners is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact [email protected]. Hiring decisions will be based on merit, qualifications and the legitimate needs of the business.

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