Veterinary Assistant

Vetcor; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Roth Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Support Program

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Q Street Animal Hospital in Oregon is hiring a Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Receptionist hybrid for seasonal work with potential for permanent placement.

The role combines patient-care support with front-desk duties, offering a four-day work week, no nights, and competitive benefits including healthcare, retirement options, and professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience as veterinary assistant or receptionist is preferred.
• Able to switch between patient care and front desk duties.
• Excellent communication and compassionate client service.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Positive, dependable, and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support veterinarians and technicians with patient care and procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain patients and keep them comfortable.
• Prepare exam rooms, instruments, and supplies for care.
• Welcomes clients with warmth and professionalism at check-in/out.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and respond to questions.
• Process payments accurately and maintain client/patient records.
• Keep front-desk and treatment areas clean and organized.
• Move between clinical and reception duties as needed.
• Collaborate with teammates to keep operations efficient.

Skills

Communication

Client-service

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Job description

Who We Are

Q Street Animal Hospital is Hiring a Veterinary Assistant!

Position Details

Role: Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Receptionist Hybrid

Status: Seasonal, with potential for a permanent position

Salary: Negotiable and based on experience

Benefits Highlights

Financial Rewards that Grow with You: A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Account (full-time only), 529 Savings Plan, Tuition Support Program (full-time only), and Referral Bonus Program.

Wellness & Peace of Mind: Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only), supplemental insurance options, paid parental leave, Sick Time / Paid Time Off, free or discounted lab work for employee pets, pet discounts on services and products, and a pet food discount program.

Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, professional development opportunities, continuing education allowance, and a uniform allowance.

Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: A four-day work week, rotating Saturdays, no nights or holidays, limited weekends, regular lunch breaks, six paid holidays (full-time only), an Employee Assistance Program, and an employee discount program.

Looking for a veterinary role where your ideas are heard, your experience is valued, and you can use both your clinical and client-service skills? Q Street Animal Hospital may be the perfect fit.

We’re ready to welcome an experienced Veterinary Assistant and/or Receptionist to our dedicated team. This hybrid role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, values teamwork, and wants to contribute to both patient care and the client experience.

At Q Street Animal Hospital, we believe we’re better together. We appreciate the unique perspective every team member brings to the practice and believe a great veterinary career should still leave room for a great life outside the hospital.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• A four-day work week that supports a healthy work-life balance.
• Rotating Saturday shifts with limited weekends.
• No nights or holiday shifts.
• Regular lunch breaks and time to recharge.
• Flexible scheduling designed with life outside of work in mind.
• A collaborative team that values your ideas, opinions, and contributions.
• Opportunities to use your veterinary skills to make a difference in your community.
• Mentoring and support as you grow and advance your career.
• A workplace where your individuality and authentic self are valued.

What You’ll Do

• Support veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care, examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Safely handle and restrain patients while helping keep them comfortable.
• Prepare exam rooms, treatment areas, instruments, and supplies for patient care.
• Welcome clients and patients with warmth, professionalism, and compassion.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and respond to client questions.
• Assist clients during check-in and check-out and process payments accurately.
• Maintain accurate client and patient information and document communication appropriately.
• Help keep front-desk, treatment, and common areas clean, organized, and welcoming.
• Move between clinical and reception responsibilities based on the needs of the hospital.
• Collaborate with teammates to keep daily hospital operations organized and efficient.
• Help create an excellent experience for pets and the people who love them.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous veterinary assistant and/or veterinary reception experience.
• Strong communication and client-service skills.
• A positive, dependable, and compassionate approach.
• The ability to transition comfortably between patient-care and front-desk responsibilities.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• A collaborative, team-first mindset and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Compassion for pets, clients, and coworkers.
• A desire to continue learning and strengthening your veterinary skills.
• A willingness to contribute ideas and help improve the client and patient experience.

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

At Q Street Animal Hospital, your schedule is designed with life outside of work in mind. You’ll enjoy a four-day work week, limited weekends, no nights or holidays, and regular lunch breaks—all while building experience across both patient care and client service.

You’ll also have teammates who believe challenges are easier when they’re shared. Your ideas are welcome, your professional growth is supported, and your unique perspective is part of what makes the team stronger.

Financial Benefits

Benefits You Can’t Beat

• A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance
• 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (full-time only)
• 529 Savings Plan
• Tuition Support Program (full-time only)
• Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Benefits

• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full-time only)
• Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short- and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child life insurance (full-time only)
• Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time employees only; available after one year of service. In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply.)
• Sick Time / Paid Time Off
• Free/discounted lab work for all employee pets
• Pet discounts on services and products
• Pet food discount program

Workplace Benefits

• Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Continuing education allowance
• Uniform allowance

Lifestyle Benefits

• Six paid holidays (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program

Join Our Team!

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Q Street Animal Hospital and Vetcor. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working and learning environment for all employees. Every team member enriches our diversity by bringing unique perspectives and experiences that strengthen our team. That’s why we’re committed to a workplace culture where employees feel comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.