Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

Alliance Animal Health; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 1,928,640 - 2,479,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Continuing education allowance

Background check possible

Job summary

Westport Animal Clinic in Topeka, KS is seeking a Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist to support our medical team and provide a welcoming experience for clients and patients. The role combines hands-on patient care, front desk responsibilities, and kennel duties to keep the hospital running smoothly.

We offer hands-on training, continuing education, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive team environment. Starting pay is $14.00/hour, with compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of veterinary assistant or veterinary client service experience preferred.
• Compassionate, dependable, and team‑oriented with a positive attitude.
• Strong communication, customer service, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs and cats of all sizes.
• Comfortable assisting with patient care, front desk responsibilities, and kennel duties in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience collecting laboratory samples, obtaining patient histories, administering medications, and monitoring anesthesia is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with patient exams, treatments, and surgical preparation.
• Collect laboratory samples, administer medications, and monitor hospitalized patients.
• Welcome clients, answer phones, schedule appointments, and communicate treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate medical records and process client payments.
• Provide daily care for hospitalized and boarding pets, including feeding, walking, bathing, medicating, and kennel upkeep.
• Clean and disinfect hospital areas, restock supplies, and assist with laundry.
• Support a clean, safe, and compassionate environment for patients, clients, and teammates.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Compassionate

Job description

Join the team at Westport Animal Clinic!

We are a well‑established, multi‑doctor small animal practice in Topeka, KS, dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and outstanding client service. Our hospital offers a wide range of services, including preventive care, surgery, advanced dentistry, cold laser therapy, in‑house diagnostics, digital radiology, medical and vacation boarding, and pet bathing. We take pride in fostering a collaborative, supportive team environment where you can grow your skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families.

To learn more about us click here.

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

As a Veterinary Assistant / Receptionist, you'll play an important role in supporting our medical team while creating a welcoming experience for our clients and patients. This position combines hands‑on patient care, front desk responsibilities, and kennel duties to help keep our hospital running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Assist veterinarians with patient exams, treatments, surgical preparation, and animal restraint.
• Collect laboratory samples, administer medications, and monitor hospitalized patients.
• Welcome clients, answer phones, schedule appointments, and communicate treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate medical records and process client payments.
• Provide daily care for hospitalized and boarding pets, including feeding, walking, bathing, medicating, and cleaning kennels.
• Clean and disinfect hospital areas, restock supplies, and assist with laundry and general hospital upkeep.
• Support a clean, safe, and compassionate environment for patients, clients, and teammates.

This role requires working around animals of all sizes and may involve exposure to odors, noise, animal waste, scratches, bites, and contagious diseases.

Whether you're looking to build your veterinary skills or grow your career, we offer hands‑on training, continuing education, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive team environment.

We’re looking for:

• Minimum of 1 year of veterinary assistant or veterinary client service experience preferred.
• Compassionate, dependable, and team‑oriented with a positive attitude.
• Strong communication, customer service, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to safely handle and restrain dogs and cats of all sizes.
• Comfortable assisting with patient care, front desk responsibilities, and kennel duties in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience collecting laboratory samples, obtaining patient histories, administering medications, and monitoring anesthesia is a plus.
• Self‑motivated with a willingness to learn and continue growing your veterinary skills.

We offer our staff:

Starting pay is $14.00/hour, with compensation based on experience.

• Comprehensive Benefits (health, dental, vision, liability, 401k & 401K matching program, life & supplemental insurance, HSA, & FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time for ALL Employees
• Paid Bereavement Program
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• Competitive Compensation
• Continuing Education Allowance (applies to licensed/registered/certified roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program Available to any AVMA Accredited Veterinary Technology Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program for most positions!
• Additional Benefits May Also Be Available (i.e. Personal Pet Discounts, Holiday Pay, Uniform Allowance, Bonuses etc)
• Hiring eligibility may be contingent to a candidate authorizing and completing a satisfactory background check.

*Note – some benefits may only be available to or vary slightly for full time employment status vs part time status.

For additional details including our full equal opportunity statement, texting/outreach communication authorization, physical requirements of the job and more, please visit https://allianceanimal.com/additionaljobdescriptiondetails/.