Veterinary Assistant Jobs in Colorado

Job Title: Veterinary Technician (Client Advocate) Company: Location: Colorado Springs, CO Description: This is NOT Your Typical Technician Opportunity. You MUST Read On? Animal Emergency Care Centers (AECC) was established in Colorado Springs, Colorado to provide the highest quality veterinary emergency and critical care services available. AECC is looking for experienced technicians who have a passion for enhancing the human- animal bond in an emergency setting. Since its inception, AECC and its affiliated practices have become leaders in advancing veterinary emergency, critical care and pain management. Given our tremendous success and rapid growth, we are looking to expand our services to the community and provide a new kind of specialized client care. We call this position the ?Client Advocate.? Our community is a diverse one in which clients expect a level of care for their pets similar ? if not better ? than what they have become accustomed to for themselves. The Client Advocate Technician will serve as a triage nurse, provide pet owners with information regarding the condition of their pet while in our care, educate owners about their pet?s medical needs as well as the doctor?s medical care plan, and provide support during a potentially difficult decision-making process. In short, this is one of the most important positions in the hospital. As such, client advocates will be compensated accordingly! This is NOT an entry level opportunity. It is one that requires a high degree of technical knowledge AND client communication skills. If you?re interested ? and talented ? in fostering good client relations in an emergency and critical care setting, this is an opportunity you must consider. Benefits? We offer a very competitive salary, fantastic health insurance plans, IRA/profit sharing, generous CE allowance, professional dues, and paid leave. We?ve also worked hard to foster a healthy and fun work environment: our recent staff outings have included trips to amusement parks, white water rafting on Colorado?s Arkansas River, and ski outings to various Colorado resorts.

Job Title: Cell Culture Technician Company: Advanced Regenerative Therapies Location: Fort Collins, CO Description: POSITION Cell Culture Technician COMPANY OVERVIEW Advanced Regenerative Therapies (ART) provides a stem cell isolation and expansion service for veterinary applications. This service, launched by Drs. David Frisbie and John Kisiday of Colorado State University, is based on the processing of stem cells from autologous bone marrow aspirates. Currently, veterinarians have been using stems cells in the treatment of equine and canine joint, tendon and ligament injuries. JOB DESCRIPTION We are expanding our services and have an exciting opportunity in our stem cell processing laboratory. This position will involve all aspects of the preparation of stem cell treatments, including primary cell isolation, cell expansion, cryopreservation, and sample shipping. This position will involve working with animal blood and fluids, and requires some weekend and holiday work. Salary will be commensurate with experience. REQUIREMENTS The qualified candidate will have a B.S. (or equivalent) in biology, microbiology, or related field. The candidate must be experienced in aseptic technique and capable of following SOPs. Previous laboratory experience and mammalian cell culture experience is desired. The ability to follow time-sensitive protocols and work independently is a must. Interested candidates should submit a CV to Cristin at Register to View

Job Title: Lead Technician Wanted Company: Location: Fort Collins, CO Description: Calling all veterinary technicians desiring to combine their hands-on technical skills with management opportunities! We?ve got a position available for a lead veterinary technician at our six doctor mixed animal practice situated in the wide open spaces of Wyoming and only 130 miles from Denver, CO. Located in a city of nearly 30,000 we?re proud of our one year-old hospital and state-of-the-art equipment; our practice has new small and large animal facilities with a caseload consisting of 70% small animal and 30% large. To compliment our facilities and equipment, we have six veterinarians, five technicians, three assistants and a strong front desk staff. Our goal as a practice is to offer our patients exceptional medicine while providing our clients with an exceptional experience. The right candidate will have 4-5 years experience as a technician and/or at least one year of experience as a lead technician. We would prefer a certified veterinary technician, but will consider experienced technicians without their certification as long as you are committed to continuing education. In addition to general medical and technical responsibilities, our lead technician will be responsible for scheduling and training of both technicians and assistants. We offer a flexible, engaging practice environment and our technicians are utilized to the fullest. Our veterinarians are great communicators, and the lead technician will be treated as a member of our management team and encouraged to share in strategic planning and implementation of new policies and procedures to further improve our practice. We realize the importance of a work/life balance, and our team members enjoy all that Laramie has to offer; as home to the University of Wyoming there are an array of cultural events, college sports and night life. Also, as a town flanked by mountains, outdoor recreational opportunities abound! We are offering a competitive compensation and benefits package including: ? Retirement Plan with a 3% Employer Match ? Health Insurance Reimbursement ? Continuing Education Reimbursement ? Paid Vacation For more information on this fantastic opportunity, please email your resume and we will be in touch!

Job Title: Veterinary Assistant - Full Time Company: Location: Denver, CO Description: Mesa Veterinary Hospital is a full-service companion animal veterinary hospital providing care seven days a week. We are certified by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), which means we have all of the equipment, care and expertise to provide our patients with the best veterinary care available. Business hours are 8am-8pm Monday -Thursday, 8 am- 5:30 pm on Friday and 8 am-12 Noon on Saturday and Sunday. There are currently seven doctors, along with several visiting specialists, practicing at Mesa. Full-time Veterinary Assistant position: Sunday 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM and Monday through Thursday 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM The Veterinary Assistant may divide their time between helping doctors with physical examinations, restraining animals, dispensing medications, assisting veterinary technicians with basic treatments, and assisting the front desk. Veterinary Assistants must build positive, professional relationships with clients and staff members. Veterinary experience preferred, but not required. Pre Vet students strongly encouraged to apply. Please send your resume to Register to View Please no phone calls. Thank you!

Job Title: Certified Veterinary Technician Company: Banfield, the Pet Hospital Location: Glendale, CO Description: Banfield, The Pet Hospital We are committed to quality veterinary medicine! Join our Glendale, CO hospital in the following opening for a Certified Veterinary Technician. The Certified Veterinary Technician supports the veterinarians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all Pets, advocates for Pets, educates clients on all aspects of Pet health, and ensures a safe and effective hospital environment. NOTES: Additional Salary Information: Full-Time Associates will receive the following benefits in addition to the benefits listed above: Up to 21 days of paid time (PTO) off per year Medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance Health Savings Account Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance for associates and dependents Short and Long-Term Disability Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Basic Wellness Plans for up to three Pets

Job Title: Mixed Animal veterinary EXTERNSHIP Company: Alpine Animal Hospital, PC Location: Carbondale, CO Description: Staffing Number and Tasks: 4 Staff Veterinarians, 1 Intern, 2 Office Staff, 6 techs, 2 vet tech assistants; 1 FT LA DVM, 3 FT SA DVM Type of Practice: 40% equine (60 % ambulatory/40% in-house), 60% companion animal Facilities: 2010 new facility 10,400 square feet. Medical/Repro/Surgery facility with 4heated stalls and lameness/treatment areas. The practice is equipped for digital radiology, ultrasonography, focused shock wave, thermography, and endoscopy. Surgery suite is available for simple and elective procedures (hernias, crypts, enucleations, splint removal, nervings.) and emergency abdominal surgery. Number of Interns / Externs currently in Practice: 0 Names of Veterinarians in Practice including any Specialty Qualifications: Chuck Maker DVM, Chad Roeber DVM, Louise Shuman DVM, Martha Rideout DVM Equine Case Load: Sport Horses (hunters, jumpers, saddleseat, dressage), Broodmares (routine, ET, frozen semen), Pleasure Horses Companion Animal Caseload: restricted to general practice feline canine Types of Cases (estimated % by system or categories): Equine: Lameness - 25% Repro - 25% Medicine and Surgery - 15% Routine (wellness, dentistry) 20% Other Pleasure Horse Work - 15% Companion Animal- 35% wellness - 35% Dentistry and Surgery - 15% Routine (wellness, dentistry ) 20% Other/Nutrition; restricted to dogs and cats Estimated Breakdown of Daily or Weekly Load: Caseload will reflect the practice. Work week will vary with the time of the year, averaging 50-55 hours/week. Less time could be spent, but doing so would mean not availing oneself of the learning opportunities offered. Philosophy of Internship: THIS MIXED ANIMAL INTERNSHIP IS GEARED MORE TOWARDS LEARNING THAN PRODUCTION. Areas of training include: Dentistry, Radiology, Reproduction, Practice Management, Client Education, Fluid Therapy, Laboratory, Pediatrics. General Medicine, Ultrasonography, Endoscopy, Surgery, Ophthalmology, Technical Skills, Lameness, Shock wave, stem cell, PRP and IRAP lameness therapies. The learning protocol is available upon request. Prerequisites of Application and Internship: The applicant will provide a CV and a letter of application that addresses their desire to be involved in an internship. Three letters from individuals that can attest to the applicant's skill, work ethic and personality. A visit to or externship at the practice is recommended. A license in Colorado is required prior to the start of the internship. Notification of Acceptance: BY Mail or Email or phone Employee Benefits: none Employment Contracts: Required Externship Available: www.alpinehospital.com List of Externship Duties in Practice: 1. Learning 2. Radiology 3. Dentistry 4. Assist foal and colic watch personnel during foaling and medical and surgical colics. 5. Assist on ambulatory calls. 6. Assist with in-house medicine, surgery, reproduction as required 7. Partake in Client Education programs 8. Emergency duty assistance Emergency Duty Requirements: 1. The extern will accompany the on-call doctor for interesting emergencies, but will not have primary ambulatory emergency duties. In the remaining. The extern will be on call for ambulatory/hospitalized cases one to two nights a week and one to weekends a month. 2. The extern will be on duty with emergency colic watch/treatment/surgery crew as cases dictate. Small animal intensive care patient care will also be borne by the intern /externs and technicians and senior DVM staff as cases dictate. All colic care will be performed by the colic watch crew ( CVT's, intern and Staff DVM's) at the direction of Dr. Maker, Roeber, Rideout and Shuman. The extern and intern gets to go back to bed if all is doing well. 3. The extern will assist with after hours treatments as needed for clinic cases. 4. There is emergency surgery performed at the clinic, and the number of cases that require care through the night varies throughout the year. Amount of Supervision: During the program the extern will either be under the direct supervision of a veterinarian or in lab situations most of the time. The equine and small animal caseload varies throughout the year and the proportion of large and small animal cases will vary accordingly. NOTES: 12 openings. US Residents Only. Additional Salary Information: this is a volunteer position. on site housing is provided

Job Title: Veterinary Technician Company: Location: Vail, CO Description: Small animal practice in the mountains seeks veterinary technician. Busy one doctor practice. Experience and being a self starter requested

Job Title: Certified Veterinary Technician Company: Banfield, the Pet Hospital Location: Centennial, CO Description: Banfield, The Pet Hospital We are committed to quality veterinary medicine! Join our Centennial, CO hospital in the following opening for a Certified Veterinary Technician. The Certified Veterinary Technician supports the veterinarians in ensuring quality veterinary care for all Pets, advocates for Pets, educates clients on all aspects of Pet health, and ensures a safe and effective hospital environment. NOTES: Additional Salary Information: Part-Time Associates will receive the following benefits: Competitive salary 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Basic Wellness Plan for one Pet 20% Discount on Banfield veterinary care not covered by Wellness Plans 15% PetSmart Store Discount Royal Canin Discount Feeding Program Dell Computer Corporation's Employee Purchase Program Referral Bonuses

Job Title: Veterinary Technician Company: Location: Grand Junction, CO Description: Busy mountain practice seeks a CVT or an experienced Veterinary Technician for a full or part-time position in beautiful Gunnison, Colorado. We have a complete in-house laboratory, ultrasound, fiber optics, x-ray, dental x-ray, EKG, blood pressure unit, and state of the art anesthesia equipment. The applicant should be skilled in anesthesia, animal nursing, radiology, lab work, dental care, and venipuncture. The applicant should also have excellent customer service skills, who works well in a team setting, and someone who shares our emphasis on personalized patient care. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Benefits may include CE, uniform allowance, pet care discounts, health insurance stipend, and a matching IRA. Please send resume with references to fax Register to View or call Register to View Register to View

Job Title: Veterinary Assistant Company: Location: Colorado Springs, CO Description: Veterinary Practice in Woodland Park is looking for a veterinary assistant. This job requires working with dogs and cats, cleaning, kennel duties and assisting veterinarians and veterinary technicians. Hours are generally 7:00am to 6:00pm four days a week. Some weekends (Sat and Sun) and holidays are required. Must be able to lift 50 lbs, and have reliable transportation. Experience in a small animal hospital is perferred. Please email with questions.