Veterinary Assistant

Join Our Dedicated Team at Northcreek Veterinary Clinic!

Are you ready to be part of a supportive, hardworking team that values collaboration and quality care? We’re growing and looking for an experienced, compassionate and reliable Veterinary Assistant to help us provide exceptional care to our patients.

Why Work With Us?

Supportive Work Environment: We’re a small, close-knit team that works together closely and supports one another in providing great care.

Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of your personal life. Monday-Friday schedule with half-day Fridays, no weekends, and no on-call shifts!

Comprehensive Benefits: We care about your well-being and offer benefits that support both your health and future! Enjoy full-time benefits including paid time off (PTO), 401k, and more.

Competitive Compensation: Hourly pay is competitive and will be based on experience and qualifications.

Position Overview: As a Veterinary Assistant, you'll play an integral role in supporting our veterinarians and technicians, ensuring that our patients receive the best care possible. From assisting with exams to maintaining a clean and safe environment, your daily work will have a direct impact on the health and happiness of the pets we treat.

Key Responsibilities

Provide Compassionate Care: Assist in the care of hospitalized pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Support Veterinary Procedures: Help with restraining pets for exams, assist in taking x-rays, and collect necessary samples.

Maintain a Clean and Safe Environment: Keep exam rooms, treatment areas, and the rest of the hospital spotless, creating a safe space for both patients and team members.

Monitor Patients: Observe and record physical signs of hospitalized pets, ensuring any changes are reported for timely care.

Organize and Stock Supplies: Keep the hospital and reception areas well-stocked with necessary supplies and materials.

Other Tasks as Needed: Be ready to support your teammates with any additional duties that arise.

What We’re Looking For

 Experience: At least 1 year of experience as a veterinary assistant or in a related role is highly preferred.

Passion for Animals: You must genuinely care about the well-being of pets and be committed to providing them with the best care possible.

Physical Stamina: The ability to lift up to 50 lbs and walk large dogs (up to 130 lbs).

Team-Oriented: We value individuals who thrive in a collaborative, respectful environment and are ready to pitch in wherever needed.

Ready to Join Us? If you’re passionate about animal care and looking for a job where your contributions are truly valued, apply today! We’re excited to meet individuals who are dedicated, reliable, and ready to make a difference in the lives of pets and their families.

If you've read this far, please email your resume to our Hospital Manager and include a fun picture of one of your pets! Email: Haley.Jenkins@nva.com 

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada.  Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. 

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next 

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life. 

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at hiringhub@nva.com. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

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.

NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.