Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist
About The Position
Cascade Pet Hospital is searching for an experienced Veterinary Assistant who enjoys wearing multiple hats and thrives in a collaborative, team-focused environment. This hybrid role combines hands-on veterinary assistant responsibilities with reception coverage, making it a great fit for someone who enjoys both patient care and client interaction. Previous veterinary assistant experience is required, but no worries if you've never worked reception before—we're happy to teach you that part. If you're adaptable, compassionate, and enjoy learning new skills, you'll fit right in. Our hospital is equipped with advanced technology, including a Class IV K-Laser therapy laser, Sonoscape ultrasound, digital radiography, IDEXX in-house diagnostics, surgical and dental suites, and a fully stocked pharmacy. We practice gold-standard medicine using Fear Free and low-stress handling techniques while building lasting relationships with our clients and their pets.
Requirements
- At least one year of in-clinic experience as a Veterinary Assistant (required)
- Strong technical and patient-care skills
- Excellent communication and customer-service abilities
- Comfortable learning reception responsibilities
- Positive attitude and willingness to adapt to changing daily needs
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Team-first mindset with a willingness to jump in wherever needed
- Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers
- Commitment to providing exceptional veterinary care
Responsibilities
- Assist veterinarians during examinations, treatments, surgery, and dental procedures
- Obtain patient histories, vital signs, laboratory samples, and diagnostic imaging
- Perform venipuncture, laboratory procedures, patient restraint, and nursing care
- Monitor hospitalized patients and assist with treatments as directed
- Maintain accurate patient records and communicate updates to the medical team
- Cover the reception desk during lunch breaks and other staffing needs
- Welcome clients, answer phones, schedule appointments, and assist with check-in and check-out
- Provide exceptional client service while helping maintain an efficient hospital workflow
- Participate in caring for our clinic cat, Crouton, during scheduled weekend, holiday, and clinic-closure shifts
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition support
- Referral bonuses
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options
- Up to three weeks of paid parental leave
- Generous PTO
- Employee discounts
- Quarterly team bonuses
- Continuing education allowance
- State license and VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Uniform allowance
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
- 529 Savings Plan
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance (full-time only)
- Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
- Pet discounts on services and products
- Pet food discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
