Veterinary Assistant

. Rice Creek Animal Hospital  is hiring full-time Veterinary Assistant  to 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 deserve —medical, 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 $1,000 when you refer a new team member to one of our 180+ partner hospitals across the country.

Salary: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour, determined by the candidate's skills, experience, and qualifications.

Schedul e: This is a full-time position, four days per week, 7:45 AM – 6:00 PM. No weekend hours!

Assistant 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.

- 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

Receptionist Responsibilities: 

- Answer client calls for appointments, hospital inquiries, medication refills, and other requests. Make outbound calls for appointment reminders and follow-ups.

- Understand common vaccination protocols, basic lab tests, common diseases, veterinary terminology, and pet behavior.

- Assist in maintaining cleanliness and organization to ensure a positive client experience.

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.

About  Rice 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.

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