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Experienced Veterinary Assistant - Room Assistant Animal Care Clinic Inc. - 1.0 Henderson, NV Job Details Full-time From $15 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Companion animal handling Teamwork Animal hospital experience In-person customer service Direct client contact Clinic experience Medical scheduling Dog handling Organizational skills Communication with pet owners Medical terminology Veterinary terminology Veterinary assistant experience Time management Full Job Description Animal Care Clinic, Inc. is looking for an experienced Veterinary Assistant to join our team as a Room Assistant. If you have at least one year of veterinary clinical experience, are confident working with clients and patients, and enjoy being the person who keeps appointments organized and moving efficiently, this may be the role for you. Our Room Assistants work directly alongside our doctors and are an important part of the daily flow of our hospital. You will be responsible for rooming appointments, communicating with clients, assisting with patient handling, documenting information, entering charges, and helping the doctor stay on schedule. This is not an entry-level position. A minimum of one year of hands-on veterinary clinical experience is required. About the Role The Room Assistant serves as the connection between the client, patient, and veterinarian. You will work directly with doctors throughout the appointment process, helping gather information, prepare patients, communicate recommendations, document the visit, and ensure the doctor has what they need to provide excellent patient care. The right person for this role is confident, organized, personable, and able to anticipate what needs to happen next without waiting to be told every step. What You'll Do Room clients and patients efficiently and professionally Obtain and document accurate patient histories and presenting concerns Obtain and record patient weights and other basic information Safely handle and restrain dogs and cats during examinations and procedures Assist doctors during physical examinations and treatments Prepare patients and exam rooms for the doctor's arrival Communicate client questions and concerns clearly to the medical team Enter accurate medical charges and services Assist with scheduling and maintaining efficient appointment flow Keep doctors informed of patient status and appointment needs Prepare medications and other items as directed by the doctor or medical team Assist with diagnostic procedures and sample collection as needed Maintain accurate and timely medical records Clean and reset exam rooms between appointments Help anticipate the doctor's needs and keep appointments moving efficiently Provide professional, compassionate client service throughout the appointment Work closely with other Veterinary Assistants, Technicians, Receptionists, and Doctors to maintain an organized and efficient hospital What We're Looking For Required Minimum 1 year of hands-on veterinary clinical experience Experience working in a veterinary hospital, animal hospital, or veterinary clinic Comfortable handling and restraining dogs and cats Familiarity with veterinary terminology and common clinical procedures Strong communication and client service skills Ability to work directly with doctors and other medical team members Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic Ability to work independently while also being an effective team member

We Especially Value Candidates Who:

Can confidently room appointments without extensive supervision Understand how to keep a doctor's schedule moving Can anticipate what a doctor or patient will need next Are comfortable communicating with clients about routine patient care Pay close attention to detail when entering charges and medical information Stay calm and professional when the hospital becomes busy Take initiative rather than waiting to be told what to do Understand that excellent patient care and excellent client service go hand in hand Schedule & Locations Full-time 8-hour or 10-hour shifts if available Weekend and holiday availability as needed Must be able to commute between our Henderson and Boulder City, NV locations Our hospitals include: Horizon Ridge Animal Hospital Stephanie Animal Hospital Henderson Animal Hospital Boulder City Animal Hospital Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off Employee Discounts on Services and Products Supportive, team-oriented work environment Opportunities for professional growth and advancement Why Animal Care Clinic Inc.? At Animal Care Clinic Inc., our Room Assistants play an important role in keeping our hospitals running smoothly. You will work closely with our doctors and medical team and have a direct impact on the client and patient experience. We are looking for someone who takes pride in being organized, dependable, and proactive—someone who can walk into a room, understand what needs to happen, and help keep the entire appointment moving forward. If you have veterinary clinical experience and are ready to take on a role where your communication, organization, and clinical skills are genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you. Application Process Applicants, please note: We will initially communicate with candidates through Indeed messaging so that we do not tie up our hospital phone lines. Once we determine interview availability, we will contact selected candidates by phone. Thank you for your understanding.

Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): This position requires keeping a doctor's appointment schedule moving efficiently. How comfortable are you working independently while anticipating what the doctor will need next? Are you comfortable communicating directly with clients regarding routine questions and relaying their concerns to the medical team? Are you comfortable safely handling and restraining dogs and cats of different sizes and temperaments? Are there any days that you are unavailable to work? What is your desired salary?

Experience:

Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Henderson, NV 89012 (Required)

Work Location:

In person