What are the responsibilities and job description for the Veterinary Receptionist/Assistant position at Alpha Animal Hospital?
Alpha Animal Hospital (Fairfax, VA) is seeking an experienced veterinary receptionist/assistant for a cross-trained position in the heart of Fairfax, VA!
Who Are We?
- Small animal clinic (dogs & cats)
- Woman-owned and operated!
- LGBTQIA welcoming
- Committed team of veterinarians with over 40 years of combined experience!
- Fear-Free inspired
- Education-driven
What Do We Do?
- Full-service primary care (vaccines, general health exams, diagnostics & monitoring, etc.)
- Surgery (dentistry, spays/neuters, mass removals, cystotomies, and more!)
- Collaboration with local referral facilities and emergency rooms (including comprehensive health monitoring for chronic conditions)
- Owner education is a priority!
Our Ideal Candidate Is/Has:
- High School Diploma (or equivalent GED)
- >1 Year of veterinary experience (experience with Avimark is a plus!)
- Sales/front-of-house experience
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Experience in medical terminology
- Ability to perform/collaborate within a fast-paced environment
- Desire to continue education/advance in the veterinary field
What Can We Offer YOU?
- Competitive pay (dependent on experience, though no licensure required!)
- Flexible scheduling (we are a family practice- family comes first!)
- Rotating weekends/holidays (always off on Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, and 4th of July!)
- Continued education support
- Friendly and dedicated clientele (we DO NOT tolerate inappropriate or abusive behavior from clients)
- Supportive team environment (and weekly yoga!)
- Great local atmosphere, close to DC, and right down the road from Downtown Fairfax City
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.50 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Morning shift
- Rotating weekends
Ability to Commute:
- Fairfax, VA 22030 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fairfax, VA 22030: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20