Veterinary Assistant T3

Pet Vet Care Centers' Emergency Pet Clinic of Longmont is currently seeking Veterinary Assistant T3 to join their team.

At Emergency Pet Clinic of Longmont
, our team members share a passion for making and keeping animals healthy. Our hospital is a highly skilled, best‑in‑practice environment that supports growth for veterinary careers.

Our mission is to improve the lives of animals and people — providing exceptional, compassionate care at every stage — for all the moments that matter.

Because life is better with pets.

We deliver the Ultimate Care Experience — every pet, every client, every time. This starts with a Culture of Care that supports our team members as much as the pets and clients we serve.

With more than 420 locally led hospitals and over 11,000 team members nationwide
, we offer local autonomy with national support, career mobility and development opportunities, and a collaborative, inclusive environment where your wellbeing comes first.

The veterinary assistant supports veterinarians and technicians by cleaning and maintaining equipment, feeding, exercising and grooming patients, preparing and sanitizing surgery suites, restraining and handling patients, and performing clerical and administrative work. They deliver quality care for all patients and provide exceptional service.

• Provide compassionate care to all patients
• Greet patients and owners, take weight and vital signs upon arrival
• Triage patients, perform physical exams, treatments, and administer medication as directed by licensed veterinary technicians (LVTs)
• Calm and soothe anxious patients
• Assist doctors and technicians with medication administration or patient restraint
• Perform laboratory tests and take radiographs
• Operate and maintain hospital equipment (EKG, fluid pump, syringe pump, scales, anesthetic monitors, etc.)
• Fill prescriptions, calculate and administer medications, maintain controlled‑drug documentation and security
• Feed patients, record appetites, recognize and report any unusual conditions or abnormal behaviors
• Communicate positively with clients and ensure they feel comfortable leaving their pets
• Educate clients about insurance, wellness, and medicinal plans
• Maintain hospital cleanliness: clean equipment, kennels, facilities, and complete laundry
• Bath and care for overnight patients, ensuring all animals are groomed prior to release
• Adhere to safety and wellness regulations
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Maintain accurate medical records
• Show up for work regularly; full‑time presence is essential for every shift
• Promote hospital products and services and support the organization
• Respond promptly to directions from the DVM or LVT
• Perform any duties assigned by the Manager or in a specialty area (e.g., dentistry, surgery, emergency, radiology, cardiology, neurology, internal medicine)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One or more years of experience in a veterinary environment

• Care and Compassion—desire to build rapport and provide emotional support
• Animal Restraint and Safety—judgment and precautionary steps when handling patients
• Communication—effective interaction with clients and staff
• Team Orientation—cooperative team play
• Dependability—responsibility in completing tasks
• Cleanliness Standards—follow sanitization and sterilization policies
• Energy and Productivity—complete tasks quickly and thoroughly
• Time Management—prioritize work effectively
• Technical Skills and Learning—keep up‑to‑date with new technologies
• Equipment Care—perform checks and maintenance of equipment

Full‑time; shift work (day, evening, weekend, and holiday as needed).

$21 — $25 USD per hour.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave (birth, adoption, foster)
• 401(k) with discretionary contribution
• Team member pet discounts
• Emotional wellbeing support (Calm app access and 24/7 EAP)
• CE stipends and career development resources
• Grant Circle—a relief fund for personal hardship
• Local hospital culture backed by national resources

Pet Vet is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V