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Western Veterinary Partners
Veterinary Assistant
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What they do
A Veterinary Assistant assists with animals under veterinary care or in laboratories. Feeds animals, cleans cages, and administers medical treatment under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician. Works in a veterinary clinic, animal hospital, or laboratory.
$33,297 / year median in Tennessee
+29% projected growth
Job Description
Rowland Veterinary Services is seeking an outgoing Veterinary Assistant / Client Service Representative to serve as the welcoming face of our hospital. This is a hands-on role built for someone who loves being in the thick of patient care and who truly enjoys client communication and education. The majority of your time will be spent working as a Veterinary Assistant — supporting exams, treatments, and procedures alongside our veterinary team — with one to two days per week dedicated to front desk responsibilities, including managing appointments and patient flow, handling multi-line phones, processing transactions, and supporting clients with information about our services for both small and large animal patients. Rowland Veterinary Services is always growing, and we're looking to team members who want to grow with us!
As one team member shared:
"Rowland Veterinary Services is an establishment that supports both professional and personal growth. Hard work and dedication are met with a leadership team and support staff who will guide and encourage you as you develop your career." If you're someone who thrives on variety, enjoys connecting with clients, and wants to be truly cross-trained as an assistant, this could be the perfect fit.Schedule and compensation:
Compensation:
$15- 18 per hour, for each hour worked This is a full-time position, with a 4 x 10 schedule and availability needed Monday
- Saturday. Typically working 1 Saturday each month from 8 am
- 1 pm. Full-time Benefits Package
- : Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance and disability Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401k
- with company match beginning 2027 Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law Personal pet discount Part-time team members may be eligible for limited benefits in accordance with company policy and state law Minimum qualifications and skill set: 1+ years of experience in a veterinary assistant or veterinary reception role Previous veterinary receptionist or healthcare-related front-desk experience preferred Proficiency in the following skills: Safe, gentle patient handling and restraint for dogs, cats, and large animal patients Client communication and education, including treatment plan review and discharge instructions Accurate medical record keeping and treatment documentation Ability to manage a multi-line phone system while assisting in-person clients Experience scheduling appointments and coordinating patient flow Ability to accurately process payments and maintain financial records Why choose Rowland Veterinary Services?