1415 Animal jobs in Colorado Springs,CO

Veterinary Assistant

VCA Animal Hospitals

Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Animal Outpatient Specialty Network

Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Certified Veterinary Technician
College or college-equivalent education as required in becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician
Previous experience or training/ education in a veterinary facility required
Previous experience in a multi-specialty facility preferred
Must be friendly, outgoing, “people oriented”
Excellent communication skills
Must be capable of being cross-trained for front office receptionist duties, telephone and computer skills are necessary
Must be a team player willing to learn new techniques, treatments, and accept change
Phlebotomy
IV catheter placement
Preparing and restraining animals during procedures
Anesthetic induction
Anesthetic monitoring
Assisting in surgery
Suture cutaneous and subcutaneous tissues
Apply bandages and/or splints
Wound care
Ability to use a stethoscope and otoscope
Advising pet owners on proper care, etc.
Demonstrate excellent relations with client/ pets in the waiting area and exam rooms
Exceed the client's expectations of service
Compassionate nursing care is the top priority for all patients
Record keeping
Fill prescription and dispense medications as prescribed by the doctor, etc.
Dependable attendance is required
Must be able to lift 40 pounds
Must be willing to work long or irregular hours under pressure conditions
The ability to walk, bend, stand, squat, or reach constantly during a minimum 8-hour day

US Department of Defense

Usaf Academy, CO 80840

Petco

Colorado Springs, CO 80918

Securitas

Colorado Springs, CO 80918

18 years of age or older.
High School Diploma, GED, OR ability to complete the GED program within 6 months.
Must have Swing or Grave shift availability.
Must be able to obtain Colorado Springs Guard Card license and maintain it every year.
Must be able to attend in-person interview, and in-person orientation in Colorado Springs if hired.
Must have reliable transportation to commute to and from work.
Willingness to travel 25-30 miles to and from work.
All candidates must be willing to participate in the Company's pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.
Appropriate I9 Identifications.
Must be able to respond to emergencies with rapid / effective judgment and use appropriate escalation.
Intermediate computer/technology skills needed to ensure completion of daily activity reports, and logs via handheld devices, and ability to report alarms via telephone.