Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

National Veterinary Associates; 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 Overview

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. Our modern facility 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. We also offer acupuncture and stem cell therapy. We primarily see small animals, with some equine, bovine, small ruminants, and exotics. We are open seven days a week; on‑call and weekend rotation is shared equally among all veterinary staff. This position is part‑time (usually 20–40 hours per week) and provides competitive compensation with wage based on experience, health insurance, retirement, sick leave, and paid vacation.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in the 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.
• Work outdoors as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous veterinary experience (1 year preferred).
• Veterinary assistant experience (1 year preferred).
• Good communication skills, organized, and able to multitask.
• Positive, team‑oriented attitude.
• Physical ability to lift 40 lbs and work outdoors.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 10‑hour shift

Location & Commute

Brookings, OR 97415 – Must be able to commute or relocate before starting work.

Job Type

Part‑time

Salary

$15.00 – $17.00 per hour

National Veterinary Associates 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 applicable regulations, we consider qualified applicants, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.