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 We’re 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!
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.