Vet Assistant - Flexible Hours, CE Support, Team Focus

Rarebreed Veterinary Partners; Saybrook (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Continuing education allowance

Mental Health Resources

Bonding leave

Job summary

Animal Hospital of Old Saybrook is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join the Rarebreed clinic in Old Saybrook, CT. You will work with experienced veterinarians in a family-focused practice using the latest technology and training facilities to deliver top-quality care to beloved pets.

This position includes front-desk tasks, patient file prep, basic in-house tests, radiographs, blood draws, and treatment assistance.

Qualifications

• 1+ year veterinary experience or education.
• Team-oriented.
• Ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to clients via phone and in person.
• Answer telephone calls quickly and professionally using a multi-line system.
• Warmly greet clients.
• Prepare patient files.
• Update client financial records and medical notes.
• Answer inquiries about basic animal care and routine procedures.
• Educate clients on treatments, tests, and medications.
• Admit patients and manage medical records entries.
• Prepare client invoices and handle payments.
• Take radiographs and perform blood draws.
• Run in-house labs and restrain animals as needed.
• Keep cages clean and sanitized and assist with daily duties.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Veterinary experience or education

Attention to detail

Education

1+ year veterinary experience or education

Job description

Animal Hospital of Old Saybrook is seeking a compassionate Veterinary Assistant to join the Rarebreed clinic in Old Saybrook, CT. You will work with experienced veterinarians in a family-focused practice using the latest technology and training facilities to deliver top-quality care to beloved pets.

This position includes front-desk tasks, patient file prep, basic in-house tests, radiographs, blood draws, and treatment assistance.