Veterinary Assistant - Ophthalmology
Veritas Veterinary Partners
| Company | Veritas Veterinary Partners |
| Category | Operations & Admin |
| Location | Wheat Ridge |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Not stated |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
World Class Medicine. Purpose-Driven Partnership.
Veritas Veterinary Partners offer exciting career opportunities in state-of-the-art facilities across the U.S. Our hospitals, open 24/7/365 and staffed by board-certified specialists, create a collaborative environment where you can work alongside like-minded, caring professionals. If you're passionate about veterinary medicine, this is your chance to thrive in a dynamic, high-quality setting.
At Veritas Veterinary Partners, our mission is to build a network of trust and opportunity for veterinary professionals nationwide. We specialize in supporting Specialty and Emergency care hospitals, aligning with your unique goals and medical standards. Veritas, founded by Thomas Scavelli, DVM, DACVS, is dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent and fostering collaboration within our community. With a focus on exceptional care, we bring together highly trained veterinarians, technicians, and teammates committed to our patients’ well-being.
We believe in Truth in Medicine and Trust in Partnerships , ensuring we always provide the highest standard of care. Come join us and make a meaningful impact on the community you serve.
About the Job
Veterinary Assistants at WRAH are responsible for a variety of tasks related to customer service and patient care within the veterinary practice. In addition to veterinary technician skills such as patient restraint, administering medications, IV catheter placement, and phlebotomy, assistants in the Ophthalmology department will be responsible for the following:
Assisting with Ophthalmologic exams
Helping DVMs and Techs with specialized diagnostic procedures
Obtaining Intraocular pressures
Measuring blood pressure using Doppler
Documenting history and updates in medical records
Provide quality, compassionate care for your patients
Assist DVMs and Techs with anesthetic and sedated procedures
Maintain accurate treatment sheets
Take radiographs and obtain and prepare various blood samples for diagnostic testing
Provide client education on a wide range of at home care
What You Will Bring
Experience working as a Veterinary Assistant
Basic understanding and experience with anesthetic monitoring
Process laboratory specimens
Working knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Understanding of normal vs abnormal physiologic ranges
Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment and commitment to develop long-term relationships with colleagues, clients, and community
Positive outlook and ability to work well in a collaborative environment
Excellent communication and organizational skills are required, and the ability to deliver exceptional client service is expected
Honesty, integrity, and a desire to learn and have fun!
Schedule
Monday through Friday, four 10-hour shifts
Salary
$19.00 - $23.00 per hour for veterinary technicians based on experience
Benefits
Highly competitive salary based on experience
Pet Discounts
Mental health support with Talkspace
Continuing education support with CE allowance and PTO
Reimbursement of membership and licensure fees
401k retirement plan options with company match
Medical, vision, and dental insurance options. Some plans may be paid up to 100%
Basic life insurance provided and other voluntary insurance options available for full-time team members
6 weeks paid parental leave for full-time team members
Hospital discounts as well as Trupanion Pet Insurance
Paid time off and time to enjoy it!
Why Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital?
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is Hiring… and so is everyone else. So, what is unique about our hospital?
Every aspect of our organization links to one key tenet, which is to provide compassionate and optimal patient care. We have a long standing and national reputation of gold standard medicine, supported by both the education and trai