Vet Assistant & Front Desk Pro — Part-Time, Brookings

Town and Country Animal Clinic; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

National Veterinary Associates is seeking an enthusiastic part-time veterinary assistant for our practice in Brookings, Oregon. You will provide hands-on care for small and large animals, assist in procedures, and handle client communications. The role requires previous veterinary and assistant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to lift 40 lbs. We offer benefits including flexible schedules, health insurance, and paid time off, with competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of previous veterinary experience preferred.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in hands-on care of small, medium, and large animal patients.
• Assist in procedures, client communication, and other duties as required.
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 40 lbs, bending, and stair climbing.

Skills

Previous veterinary experience

Veterinary assistant experience

Good communication skills

Organized and able to multitask

Positive, team-oriented attitude

Job description

Job description
Enthusiastic small animal/mixed animal veterinary assistant needed for our expanding practice on the beautiful Southern Oregon coast with access to the beach, redwoods and wild coastal rivers. Hiking, surfing, fishing and outdoor activities are among the attractions within our small community.
Our modern facility and equipment includes surgical CO2 laser, therapy laser, full IDEXX in-house laboratory equipment, Oncura ultrasound, NewTom cone beam CT, digital x-ray (large, small and dental), and an Endoscope. In addition we also offer our clients acupuncture and stem cell therapy. We see mainly small animals with some equine, bovine, small ruminants and exotics.
We are open 7 days a week and our on-call and weekend rotation is shared equally between all veterinary staff. This position is part-time (usually between 20-40 per week). We offer a competitive package including wage based on experience, health insurance, retirement, sick leave and paid vacation.
The ideal candidate must have previous veterinary experience, good communication skills, be organized and have the ability to multi task. Candidate must also possess a positive, team oriented attitude. This person must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job; including, but not limited to, lifting (up to 40lbs.) bending and stairs. At times the job may require you to perform work outside. Experience preferred.
Job Type: Part-time
Salary: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 10 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Brookings, OR 97415: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
• Veterinary experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Veterinary assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

National Veterinary Associates (NVA) is a leading North American pet health care company with nearly 1,300 locations spanning general practice veterinary hospitals, Ethos emergency and specialty hospitals, and pet resorts and equine veterinary care. With approximately 40,000 team members, we care for pets and support pet families in communities across the United States and Canada. Our purpose is to give pets and the people who love them more quality years together, and our mission is to make care more personal, easy and accessible while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life. Across NVA, we support our teams with the resources, expertise and opportunities they need to deliver exceptional care and help shape the future of veterinary and pet care.

Purpose: Give pets and the people who love them more quality years together

Mission: Transform the pet family experience to be personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine and care across every stage of life.

Values: Care Deeply, Do What’s Right, One Team, Own It, Shape What’s Next

One NVA: Bringing General Practice & Ethos Together

NVA is built to make care personal, easy and accessible, while advancing medicine across every stage of a pet’s life.

At National Veterinary Associates, we want to make sure your experience connecting with us is seamless and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when interacting with us:

- We’ll always reach out via verified LinkedIn profiles or emails ending in @nva.com

- We may also contact you via text message from an identified NVA representative for recruiting-related communication

- All job opportunities and applications are hosted on our official careers site: careers.nva.com

- There is no cost or confidential information required to apply or be considered for a position

If you have any doubts about a communication, feel free to visit our careers page to verify authenticity or email us at [e-mail]. Thank you for exploring opportunities at NVA!

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.