Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

We are seeking a cheerful and well-spoken Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist to work with the public, care for animals and support Veterinarians. The ideal candidate will be hardworking, friendly and able to work well under pressure. You’ll play an important role in bringing comfort to our furry patients and ensuring the smooth running of our facility. One of the most important Veterinary Assistant responsibilities is to ensure all areas are clean, for animals and humans alike. We’ll rely on you to assist the Veterinarian in examinations and operations. Do you love animals? Then you’re halfway there. You need the ability to care for them properly – that’s one of the most important Vet Assistant job requirements. This includes knowledge of routine tasks, like feeding or bathing animals, but also readiness to care for injured or scared animals that might occasionally lash out. If you’re organized, quick on your feet and have the stomach to help with medical operations and euthanasia, we’d like to meet you.

Hours

• 7:50 AM Monday through Friday
• Alternating Saturdays 7:50 AM to Noon

Responsibilities

• Restrain animals during examinations or vaccinations
• Sterilize equipment and clean examination tables and rooms
• Soothe upset or frightened animals
• Administer medication prescribed by Veterinarians (e.g. by mixing it with food, ect.)
• Observe animal behavior or health condition and report to the Vet
• Help in cases of emergencies
• Handle administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or calling patients in the examination room by priority
• Keep accurate records and logs
• Reassure clients that their pets are being cared for and explain issues (e.g. lack of appointments, insurance matters)
• Advise pet owners on nutrition and healthcare
• Feed, groom and weigh animals
• Clean cages and bathe animals
• Answer multi-line phone system and transfer calls using proper telephone etiquette
• Answer questions and refer customers to the right person
• Demonstrate a friendly demeanor to all callers
• Answer requests for information
• Answering and redirecting calls
• Receive visitors who come to the business and direct them appropriately
• Patient history and data entry
• Filing

Skills

• Proven experience as a Veterinary Assistant or similar position working with animals
• Experience in an administrative role is a plus
• Current or former pet ownership is an advantage
• Excellent communication skills
• Patient and caring personality
• Ability to follow instructions properly
• Comfortable being around animals (cats, dogs, birds, reptiles etc.)
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (e.g. lift up to 40 lbs)
• Availability to occasionally work in emergencies
• High school diploma; a certificate from a Veterinary Assistant program is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $11.00 - $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $11 - $15