Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

Homestead Veterinary Hospital

Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

Villa Ridge, MO
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    ** Job duties include, but are not limited to:**

    We’re seeking a compassionate and versatile team member to support both patient care and front desk operations, working with both small animal and equine patients.

    Responsibilities:

    • Restrain pets and assist with exams, procedures, and surgery (including anesthesia support)
    • Triage patients and assist with diagnostics (lab samples, imaging)
    • Provide nursing care and administer medications
    • Communicate treatment plans with clients
    • Greet clients, manage calls/emails, and schedule appointments
    • Check clients in/out, process payments, and maintain reception area
    • Offer empathetic support to clients during sensitive situations

    Work Environment:

    • Exposure to odors, noise, animal waste, bites/scratches, and contagious diseases

    Growth Opportunities:

    • Ongoing training and development to help you grow in your role or advance your career
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    ** We’re looking for:**

    • Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Veterinary Assistant and/or Veterinary Receptionist preferred
    • Compassionate, calm, and team-oriented with strong communication skills
    • Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
    • Comfortable properly restraining pets
    • Proficient in collecting samples, obtaining medical histories, processing lab tests, and assisting with radiographs (anesthesia monitoring is a plus)
    • Strong computer skills and ability to manage scheduling, calls, and client communication
    • Self-starter with a desire to continue growing knowledge and skillset

    Additional Information

    ** We offer our staff:**

    • Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
    • Employee Assistance Program
    • Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
    • Paid Bereavement Program
    • Paid Parental Leave Program
    • Competitive Compensation
    • Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
    • Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
    • Career Development Opportunities
    • Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
    • Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
    • Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.
    • *Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.
    • For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.