Overview Join our dynamic veterinary team as a Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist and become a vital part of providing exceptional pet care, livestock care and client service! This energetic role combines front desk responsibilities with hands-on animal care, ensuring our furry patients and their owners receive compassionate, efficient support. You'll be the friendly face greeting clients, managing appointments, and assisting with medical procedures, all while maintaining a lively, positive environment that promotes animal well-being. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in veterinary medicine, animal handling, and customer service within a supportive team dedicated to excellence. Duties Welcome clients and their pets with enthusiasm, providing excellent customer service and answering inquiries professionally. Manage appointment scheduling using veterinary software, ensuring smooth daily operations at the front desk. Assist veterinary staff with animal restraint, handling dogs and other companion animals safely during examinations and procedures. Support medical procedures by preparing supplies, maintaining aseptic technique, and assisting with laboratory tests or sample collection. Handle medical collections in accordance with DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) regulations and USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) standards. Maintain accurate records of pet medical histories, treatments, and laboratory results using veterinary software systems. Support kennel duties including animal husbandry, pet grooming, and basic animal care to ensure comfort and cleanliness. Assist with surgical preparation, animal catheterization, and critical care procedures as needed. Communicate effectively with clients about pet care instructions, treatment plans, and follow-up appointments to foster trust and understanding. Support compliance with all veterinary clinic policies regarding drug administration, animal restraint, and safety protocols. Qualifications Prior experience in veterinary clinics or animal handling is highly preferred; familiarity with veterinary terminology is a plus. Livestock experience including cattle, sheep, goats, hogs, and horses. Knowledge of animal anatomy, restraint techniques, and pet grooming enhances your ability to provide quality care. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and veterinary software for record keeping and appointment management. Experience with laboratory procedures or medical collection techniques is advantageous. Dog training or dog handling skills contribute to effective animal restraint and owner communication. Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with clients. Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting animals or supplies safely; comfort working in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of veterinary critical care practices, animal catheterization, aseptic technique, and pet grooming is desirable. Join us in making a difference in the lives of animals and their owners! This role offers a rewarding opportunity for motivated individuals eager to develop their expertise in companion and food animal medicine while delivering compassionate client support within a vibrant team environment.

Pay:

$15.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off

Work Location:

In person