Veterinary Assistant

At Gunbarrel Veterinary Hospital in beautiful Boulder, CO, we have dedicated ourselves to comprehensive small animal care since 2005. Our mission is centered on providing compassionate and professional care for every patient and client, always treating pets like our own. The community acknowledges this commitment, giving us an excellent Google rating of 4.7 stars, reflecting the strong trust we have earned.

If you are looking for a hospital where you can fully utilize your skills and immediately contribute to an established reputation of medical excellence, this is where you can do your best work.

Joining Gunbarrel Veterinary Hospital means becoming part of a supportive network that profoundly values its teammates' long-term professional satisfaction. We understand that personal growth drives success, and we ensure you have the resources necessary to achieve your career objectives. Veterinarians here benefit from access to internal specialty consultations, guaranteeing expert support for complex cases. We also have structured programs in place designed to help all our teammates achieve ambitious goals, such as becoming a credentialed technician or moving into a leadership role.

We believe in investing in you so you can grow with us every step of the way.

You will be practicing high-quality medicine across a wide and essential range of services. Our focus is on full-service small animal medicine, encompassing comprehensive pet wellness and prevention, advanced testing and diagnostics, surgical procedures, and essential emergency care. Our medical team is supported by five dedicated DVMs, including a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (CVA), highlighting our commitment to offering diverse and specialized treatment modalities to our clients.

When you join this collaborative team, you will be empowered to practice advanced care and continually sharpen your medical skillset.

This position will be posted a minimum of three days.

Job Description

• Provide Essential Patient Care: You'll be a key player in the health of our patients, assisting the medical team with hands‑on care and ensuring every animal is treated with compassion and respect.
• Be the Go‑To Support for the Medical Team: You'll be the backbone of the clinic, anticipating the needs of veterinarians and technicians to ensure a smooth, efficient, and collaborative workflow.
• Create a Positive Client
  
  Experience:
  
  You'll help create a seamless visit for our clients by assisting with scheduling, payments, and communications, always with a courteous and informative approach.
• Ensure a Safe and Clean Environment: You'll take pride in maintaining the hospital, performing clinic upkeep and equipment maintenance to uphold our high standards of care.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• A calm and efficient approach, with the ability to handle a fast‑paced and sometimes stressful environment with composure.
• Confidence and skill in handling pets of all sizes and temperaments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in fundamental veterinary skills ranging from laboratory and pharmacy to nursing and radiology is a strong asset.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the stability of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Note:

Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you at every stage. Eligibility for specific benefits varies based on your role and hours worked.

A competitive hourly rate or salary based on your experience and role. $2,500 Sign-On Bonus!

We offer comprehensive coverage…