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Emergency Veterinary Assistant
Boulder, Colorado, United States
$38.5k-$91.5k / year
full-timejuniorVeterinary emergency medicine
💼 About This Role
You'll support the ER team in triaging patients, assisting with treatments and diagnostics, and providing compassionate care to pets and their owners. You'll be at the heart of the action, learning advanced skills like anesthesia support and CPR in a fast-paced environment. This role offers unparalleled mentorship and growth opportunities in a supportive culture.
🎯 What You'll Do
- Triage incoming patients and guide them toward care
- Assist with treatments, nursing care, and diagnostics like bloodwork and imaging
- Work with technicians and vets to set up and monitor anesthesia
- Set up and manage IV fluids, blood transfusions, and medications
- Participate in patient rounds and ensure continuity of care
📋 Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1+ years in a veterinary assistant role
- Basic computer skills and understanding of practice management software
- Ability to lift up to 25 kg and support up to 40 kg with assistance
- Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
✨ Nice to Have
- Enrolled in an AVMA-accredited veterinary technology program
- Emergency or specialty veterinary experience
🎁 Benefits & Perks
- 🏥 Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision from day one
- 📚 Unlimited ER CE plus annual travel stipend
- 👶 Paid parental leave up to 12 weeks at full salary
- 💰 Clinical student loan repayment program
- 🏆 Equity eligibility after one year
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