Veterinary Assistant Galena, OH 43021 $16 - $19 an hour - Full-time Apply with Indeed About the Role We're looking for a friendly, dependable Veterinary Assistant to be a trusted set of hands for our medical team. If you love working directly with people and animals, take pride in delivering outstanding customer service, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, we want to hear from you. The ideal candidate is highly organized, self-motivated, and comfortable juggling multiple tasks at once — someone who works just as well independently as they do on a team. What You'll Do Client Service Greet clients and patients warmly and create a calm, positive experience from check-in to check-out Answer inbound calls and respond to inquiries by email and social media Schedule appointments and manage the daily flow of the front desk Process payments, invoices, and check-outs accurately Keep the practice management system up to date with client and patient records Veterinary Assistance Safely restrain and handle animals during exams and procedures Prepare exam rooms and assist veterinarians and technicians during appointments Take patient histories, weights, and vitals Help with basic lab work, sample collection, and prepping medications as directed Maintain a clean, stocked, and sanitary work environment Operations Perform administrative tasks such as scheduling, filing, and ordering inventory Suggest improvements to processes and policies Support the team wherever needed to keep the day running smoothly What We're Looking For A genuine passion for animals and for helping the people who love them Strong communication skills and a customer-first attitude Excellent organization and the ability to multitask in a busy setting Reliability, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn Comfort working on your feet and handling animals of various sizes and temperaments Previous veterinary, animal care, or customer service experience is a plus, but we're happy to train the right person

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person