Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

The Ark Veterinary Clinic

Job Description

Job description

 

Looking to work where you are making a difference every day and seeking fulfillment?

 

Looking to be a part of a team that celebrates you, educates you along the way and will treat you to lunch and kudos?

 

The Ark Veterinary Clinic is looking to add new teammates to our incredible growing team!

 

Job Duties for Repception include but are not limited to:  providing outstanding client care including client education, answering telephones, greeting and assisting clients, gathering client and patient information, keeping clients up to date on their pet’s status, filling medications, and conducting efficient client check-in and checkout, scanning and uploading documents to the patient's chart, incoming emails and text messages.

 

Job Duties as a Veterinary Assistant include but are not limited to:  Assisting with patient care and treatment.  Restraining animals during blood-draws and nail-trims. Aiding with routine diagnostic tests (i.e. Taking radiographs, running bloodwork, reading and reporting certain test results with the Veterinarian).  Administering vaccines and/or medications under Veterinarian/Vet Tech supervision  Maintaining & sterilize surgical instruments/equipment.  Maintaining inventory and stocking. Cleaning/Disinfecting cages, kennels, exam and treatment areas of hospital.  Ensuring that all estimates are signed when interacting with all clients. Depending on experience: Monitoring hospitalized pets/ Monitoring/aiding in caring for animals after surgery.

 

 

Preference will be given to individuals who have worked in the veterinary field.

 

Candidates should be warm and welcoming to our clients as they are the main face of the clinic and responsible for the majority of client communication to the team.

 

Our hospital culture is rooted in respect for each teammate, and for our community. We love pets and are looking for someone to join us who will provide excellent care and compassion while wanting to help us to continue to foster a positive working environment.'

 

The Ideal candidate will have or be willing to cross-train as a Receptionist and a Veterinary Assistant. 

 

At least 18 months in the veterinary field is a plus. 

 

Four 9-9.5 hour shifts a week with the willingness to cover if necessary. 

  

Medical benefits, and industry discounts included for Full-Time positions

 
National Veterinary Associates is a leading global pet care organization united in the love of animals and the people who love them.
 
NVA, a community of approximately 1,400 premier locations consisting primarily of general practice veterinary hospitals in addition to equine hospitals and pet resorts, and Ethos Veterinary Health, which consists of 145 world-class specialty and emergency hospitals, are rooted in a culture of compassion and innovation.
 
NVA and Ethos Veterinary Health’s innovative, collaborative approach underpins a shared commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care. For more information, visit www.nva.com. 
 
NVA offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, NVA provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
NVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.