Veterinary AssistantReceptionist

Rice Creek Animal Hospital is hiring full-time Veterinary Assistant/Receptionistto provide skilled care to our patients and exceptional service to our clients. Our ideal candidate has experience in animal care client communication and veterinary procedures with a passion for improving the lives of pets and their owners.

What to Expect

As you join our mission to provide pawsitively exceptional care with a dose of humor and heart. Expect to be supported in your work and home life with:

• All the benefits you deservemedical dental vision retirement for full-time employees
• Paid time off. Take the time you need to recharge.
• Employee pet discount because we know your pets are family too.
• 401(k) with a generous company match to help you invest in your future while you care for pets today.
• Employee referral bonus. Earn $1000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180 partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour determined by the candidates skills experience and qualifications.

Schedule: Four days a week 7:45am-6:00pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist veterinarians and vet techs during examinations treatments and surgeries.
• Be the first point of contact: Greet clients and their pets warmly complete the sign-in process verify and confirm appointment details and ensure clients feel informed and reassured.
• Support clinical flow:Escort clients to exam rooms assist in relaying key information between clients and clinical staff.
• Manage client communications: Handle incoming calls for appointments care questions prescription refills and more. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-up care.
• Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
• Prepare examination rooms and surgical areas by cleaning and sterilizing equipment and surfaces
• Perform basic laboratory tests such as collecting blood urine and stool samples
• Administer medications and vaccinations under the supervision of a veterinarian
• Clean and maintain the clinic including stocking supplies and ensuring a safe and sanitary environment

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with animals in a veterinary setting is required.
• Technical know-how in areas such as disinfection administering medication and using diagnostic equipment.
• Physical ability to handle animals safely and compassionately.

AboutRice Creek Animal Hospital

Rice Creek Animal Hospital established in 2011 is a full-service veterinary facility offering top-notch medical surgical and dental care. Equipped with advanced tools like digital radiography in-house labs ultrasound and more they focus on delivering excellent service and care. The hospital promotes responsible pet ownership and preventative health care while valuing a strong work/life balance for employees. Staff enjoy a four-day workweek with 10-hour shifts no weekends and a supportive team-oriented culture where everyone is respected and appreciated.