Cardiology Veterinary Assistant

When you join the CVCA Wheat Ridge team, you are becoming part of a community committed to the highest level of veterinary specialty care. Our focus on advanced Cardiology means we treat complex cases every day, earning us a stellar 4.9-star Google rating that reflects the deep trust the Wheat Ridge community places in our abilities. This is an exciting opportunity to use your specialized skills and immediately contribute to an already highly-regarded team where you can do your best work.

As part of the larger CVCA network, you benefit from the stability and resources necessary to truly succeed. We believe in investing in our teammates, offering programs designed to help you achieve your professional goals, whether that involves pursuing credentialing as a veterinary technician or moving into a leadership role. You will find a culture here dedicated to learning, collaboration, and mutual support, ensuring every teammate has the resources needed to provide optimal client and patient care and grow professionally.

At CVCA Wheat Ridge, we focus strictly on specialty medicine, primarily Cardiology, giving you the opportunity to hone your expertise on challenging, advanced cases. Our dedication to quality medicine is enhanced by immediate access to a network of internal specialty consultants and continuing education opportunities, guaranteeing that you are always working with the latest knowledge and diagnostic technology. If you are passionate about practicing high-level, evidence-based specialty medicine, this environment is designed for your advancement.

Wheat Ridge offers the ideal balance between metropolitan access and mountain lifestyle. Situated conveniently within the Denver metro area, you have easy access to world-class dining, arts, and professional sports. However, the Rocky Mountains are essentially your backyard, providing endless opportunities for hiking, skiing, and biking on days off. This combination of robust professional opportunity and unbeatable outdoor recreation ensures a high quality of life for all teammates who call Colorado home.

This position will be posted a minimum of three days.

• Deliver Hands-On Clinical Support: You'll assist cardiologists and technicians with patient exams, triage, and procedures, as well as performing venipuncture, administering oral medications, and taking radiographs.
• Support Specialized Cardiac Diagnostics: You'll assist with specialized cardiac diagnostics such as obtaining ECGs, setting up Holter monitors and collecting data, and supporting blood pressure measurement while helping document findings throughout each visit.
• Prepare and Support Every Patient: You'll prepare patients for diagnostics and procedures, assist with positioning and gentle restraint, support the doctor and technician during procedures, and help with instrument cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of cardiac equipment.
• Provide Compassionate Care: You'll provide compassionate patient care and ensure patient comfort while maintaining a clean and organized facility.
• Create a Positive Client
  
  Experience:
  
  You'll discharge patients, review treatment plans and medication administration, and follow-up care with clients, and assist with client service operations such as answering phones and scheduling appointments.
• Drive Operational Excellence: You'll accurately maintain medical records, prescriptions, and invoices using our computer systems, support exam and procedure room turnover, help monitor supply inventory, and assist with training new teammates.

• A High School Diploma or equivalent (must be at least 18 years old).
• Veterinary assistant experience is required; experience in a cardiology or specialty environment is a plus.
• 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.
• The physical capability to lift and carry animals up to 40 lbs, with comfort in prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, and physical activity.
• The ability to travel to secondary locations as required.

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.

We offer comprehensive coverage options including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, along with access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all teammates.

Plan for your future with our 401k retirement options and additional financial…