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.

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.

• →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

• →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.

• 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.

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.