Veterinary Assistant

Pleasant Valley Animal Hospital; Gretna (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage based on experience

Paid holidays

Educational opportunities

Employee pet care discount

Job summary

Pleasant Valley Animal Hospital in Pleasant Valley is looking for a friendly receptionist to support clients and patients with care and compassion. You will work closely with the doctor and technician to coordinate exams, treatments and services for pets, while delivering excellent client service.

We offer a competitive wage based on experience, paid holidays, educational opportunities, and an employee pet care discount to help you join our caring team.

Qualifications

• Entry level or uncredentialed veterinary professional.
• Willing to learn and grow with the team.
• Strong customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist doctor and technician with exams, treatments and services.
• Support client communication and scheduling.
• Maintain reception area cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Work independence

Animal experience

Computer literacy

Vet software

Client-focused

Communication skills

Empathy

Relationship-building

Job description

Pleasant Valley Animal Hospital in Pleasant Valley is an established, family-owned and AAHA certified hospital with a growing clientele. We’re a friendly, caring, and fun group that loves what we do, and it shows in how we approach our clients, patients, and each other. We find joy in ensuring the human-animal bond is nurtured and flourishing! Our goal is to find a positive, motivated receptionist to join our team. We’re looking for someone who has great work ethic, a love for animals, and a commitment to providing the best possible care and service to pets and their people.

The veterinary assistant works directly with the doctor and technician on staff to complete exams, treatments and services for patients. This is a great entry level role or role for an experienced, uncredentialed veterinary professional.

Our Offer

• Competitive wage depending on experience


• Paid holidays


• Educational opportunities


• Employee pet care discount

About You

• Can work without direction


• Experience working with animals a plus


• Computer literacy


• Proficiency in veterinary practice software a plus


• Client-focused


• A desire to help us build long-term relationships with pet parents & the community


• Caring and professional