Veterinary Clinic Assistant

PetIQ; Rockaway (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an innovative pet wellness center, where your passion for animal care meets exceptional customer service. As a Veterinary Clinic Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing quality care to pets and their owners. Your responsibilities will include assisting with wellness procedures, managing inventory, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. This part-time position offers flexibility and the chance to be part of a growing company dedicated to enhancing the lives of pets. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of animals and their families, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flex Spending Account

Company Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Holidays

Personal Days

PTO

Short and Long Term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and able to work weekends.
• Previous customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect payments and dispense medication while ensuring safety.
• Maintain a clean work environment and assist pet parents.

Skills

Customer Service

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Dependability

Punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

iPad

Bluetooth devices

Job description

Veterinary Clinic Assistant

Rockaway, NJ / VIP Petcare – Wellness Center - VCA I / Part Time, Non-Exempt / On-site

PetIQ provides convenient and affordable pet health and wellness products and veterinary services to pets and their families through retail and ecommerce channels across the country. We are advocates for pet parents, because we believe that all pet parents should be able to provide necessary care that enhances the lives of their pets.

Why join the PetIQ Team?

• Great company culture
• Company is in growth mode, come be a part of our exciting growth

Full time employee benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flex Spending Account
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 8 Paid Holidays, 2 Personal Days and PTO
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance

Job Overview:

• Collect payment, dispense and label medication, and review discharge paperwork with pet parents
• Safely restrain / hold pets for wellness procedures including vaccines, nail trims and microchipping
• Collect and prepare blood and fecal samples for laboratory testing
• Make recommendations for services and products to every pet, every time, based on the pet’s lifestyle and an understanding of canine and feline diseases
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment by disinfecting surfaces and equipment between each pet
• Ability to execute inventory processes by maintaining accurate product counts and managing expiration dates for vaccines and products
• Promote a culture of safety in your clinic and live our values while reinforcing our brand promise with pet parents, partners, and team members
• Provide customer service to pet parents by answering questions and assisting them through the clinic process
• Achieve goals as set by your manager including dollars per pet, pets per clinic, preferred product and microchips sold
• Scan pets for microchips
• Prepare canine and feline vaccines
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with pet parents and partners
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to work weekends, varied weekdays and times
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Present professional appearance and positive conduct
• Punctuality and dependability highly valued
• Some outdoor clinic work and activities may be necessary

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous customer service sales experience
• Navigate computer software (iPad, Bluetooth devices and more)
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to work within a team to meet team goals and objectives
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform the essential job functions consistently safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Salary: $15.53 - $17.47 an hour

PetIQ is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, caste, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, or honorably discharged veteran or military status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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