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Wellness Veterinary AssistantPueblo, CO | Veterinary ServicesHumane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR)Are you passionate about making veterinary care accessible to the community? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where compassion, teamwork, and quality medicine come together?The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) is seeking a Wellness Veterinary Assistant to support our community-focused Wellness Clinics. This role is perfect for someone who is skilled in animal handling, enjoys client education, and wants to make a meaningful difference every day.Why This Role MattersAt HSPPR, our mission is simple and powerful:HSPPR offers compassionate care to animals, supports safe communities, and provides socially conscious sheltering.As a Wellness Veterinary Assistant, you directly support this mission by ensuring animals receive high-quality preventive care, humane handling, and professional medical support. Your work helps keep pets healthy, families together, and communities safer.What You'll DoYou'll play a key role in delivering accessible, high-quality veterinary services through our Wellness Clinics, including:Patient & Medical SupportAssist veterinarians during exams and surgeriesProvide safe, low-stress animal restraintPrepare surgical patients and monitor recoveryAdminister treatments and fill medications as directedDraw blood and assist with in-house or external lab testingAssist with euthanasia as requiredClient Care & EducationProvide friendly, professional service to the publicExplain medical conditions, procedures, risks, and aftercareDiscuss program options and help clients make informed decisionsSchedule appointments and manage intake/discharge processesRecords & OperationsMaintain accurate medical records and financial documentationUtilize shelter and scheduling software (Chameleon, Acuity)Restock supplies and maintain a clean, safe clinical environmentFollow PPE and sanitation protocols to prevent disease transmissionTeam & Community EngagementCollaborate with staff and volunteersSupport safe workplace practicesShare impactful stories and photos with the Philanthropy team to highlight lifesaving workThis position is based at our Pueblo or Colorado Springs Wellness Clinic and may assist at either shelter location as needed.What We're Looking ForHigh school diploma or equivalentAt least one year of customer service experience (veterinary setting preferred)Prior animal handling experience preferredStrong communication and multitasking skillsComfort working in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentAbility to lift 25–40+ pounds and remain on your feet for extended periodsComfort working around animals, allergens, and cleaning chemicalsWeekend and evening availability may be required.The Ideal CandidateYou are:Compassionate and calm under pressureDetail-oriented and organizedConfident handling animals of varying temperamentsComfortable discussing medical information with clientsCommitted to humane treatment and socially conscious shelteringWhat You'll GainThe opportunity to make veterinary care more accessible in your communityHands-on medical experience in a mission-driven environmentA collaborative team dedicated to lifesaving workThe chance to see the direct impact of your work on animals and familiesIf you're ready to combine your veterinary skills with meaningful community impact, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and help us provide compassionate care to the animals and people who need it most. ** Applications accepted until: 09/25/2026, or until position is filled ** In addition to competitive salaries, we offer comprehensive benefits to our full-time staff.Benefits include: Health Insurance ~~ 401K with employer matching up to 4% of salary ~~ Dental and vision Plans ~~ Supplemental Group Life Insurance ~~ Short and long term disability Insurance ~~ Paid time off ~~ Holidays ~~ Direct Deposit ~~ Personal Pet Perks ~~ Wellness Programs ~~ Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of employmentThe Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer. To learn more about this program, go to https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/. The core values of the staff unite us and guide us to provide the best service to the animals in our care, our organization, and our community. Core Values Statements- Compassion: We believe that animals matter. We are committed to treating animals and people with kindness, respect and compassion. Stewardship: We are accountable and transparent in our actions and in the use of our resources to build trust in those we serve. Integrity: We believe we can make the greatest impact by staying true to our mission, always doing what is best for the animals and people of our community, and by standing united in our decisions. Excellence: We are passionate about our mission, and strive for excellence through continual learning, innovation and the development of our board, staff and volunteers. Collaboration: We seek strategic partnerships and alliances to advance the welfare and protection of animals and people.Service: We exist to serve our communities and operate with this commitment to serve as front and center in all we do.As a condition of employment with HSPPR, you will be required to authorize HSPPR and ProScreening to conduct a background check before confirming an employment start date. The background check will include a criminal investigation, verification of citizenship/immigration status, and a motor vehicle record. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that any offers of employment will be contingent upon completion of the background check to the satisfaction of HSPPR.In consideration of any offers of employment made as a result of your interest in this position, by applying for this position, you hereby waive any and all claims that you may have against HSPPR for invasion of privacy in respect to drug testing and background checks as listed above.
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