Veterinary Assistant Lead

Colorado Canine Orthopedics

Colorado Springs, CO

$24 to $26 Hourly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Other

Description

Position at Colorado Canine Orthopedics

We are looking for a Veterinary Assistant or Certified Veterinary Technician with exceptional leadership and medical skills to take on the challenge of leading our fast-paced and energetic assistant team. At Colorado Canine Orthopedics, we strive to exceed expectations in client and patient care.

Responsibilities/Duties:

Quarterly check-ins and ongoing coaching with team members
Reports directly to the Clinical Operations Director
First line in handling interpersonal conflicts (determines when it needs to be escalated to clinic ops director)
Provide feedback to the leadership team for performance reviews
Oversees the flow of the hospital in treatment and surgery
Works with the leadership team regarding scheduling and staff requirements
Communication between departments
Works closely with assistant trainer to ensure protocols and policies are aligned
Works with inventory and operations manager regarding equipment needs
Oversees all assistants in the hospital including radiology, surgery, and consult teams (average assistant team consists of 8-10 people)

Requirements/Qualifications:

Veterinary Assistant certification and/or Veterinary Technician certification.
Minimum 2-3 years of experience in an animal healthcare environment.
Strong people skills, including leadership and communication.
Must be able to physically work the duties of a veterinary assistant or veterinary technician at any given time.
Must be able to lift and restrain pets of at least 50 pounds, and work on feet most of the day.

Benefits and Perks:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options, all starting first of the month following date of hire
401K with company match
Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Account options included
Long Term Disability options
Short Term Disability, paid for by employer
Complimentary Life Insurance $15,000; with options to purchase additional voluntary benefits for self or family
Personal Pet Discounts
PTO with carryover and Paid Holidays
Company Sponsored Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pay rate: $24-26/hour based on experience.

Colorado Canine Orthopedics is a progressive, state-of-the-art, small animal, orthopedic hospital specializing in ACL repair, fractures, joint replacements, arthroscopy, and neurosurgery. We are located in Colorado Springs adjacent to the University Center on Nevada Ave. and are open Monday through Saturday. Shift times may vary but would consist of either a 5-day (8 hour) or 4-day (10 hour) work week.

We are a proud United Veterinary Care Partner hospital. United Veterinary Care supports the unique culture and individuality of each partner hospital while empowering the hospital teams in their care for patients. One of our goals is to support our community of hospitals in creating sustainable, fulfilling careers in a profession we love.