Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

Job Summary
Here at Riverdale Animal Hospital, we are seeking a dedicated and confident Veterinary Assistant to join our team

Our ideal candidate will have a strong passion for animals and their care, learning, and motivation to maintain the standard of our clinic We expect the ability to provide support in a fast-paced veterinary environment, while maintaining a calm manner during stressful times. As a Veterinary Assistant, you will play a crucial role in assisting our veterinarian and ensuring the well-being of animals during their visits. As a team, we strive to answer any questions and train our employees to the best of our ability. This positions requires candidates who can handle a multitude of sights and odors that come with working at a hospital. This includes, but is not limited to; blood, feces, urine, wounds, etc.

Responsibilities

• Clean/Disinfect exam rooms thoroughly (feces, urine, blood)
• Assisting the veterinarian during examinations and procedures.
• Restraint/Handling of patients in a manner that ensures the safety of both our clients and our staff.
• Reception Duties: Schedule Appointments, Answer Phone Calls, Receive Packages, Communicate with Clients, Check Patients In/Out, etc.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the clinic, including surgical areas, examination rooms, kennels, and front reception.
• Monitor patients during their stay and reporting to the veterinarian.
• Assist in specimen collection (blood, urine, etc.).

Skills

• Communication Skills
• Kindness
• Ability to learn
• Laundry
• Cleaning
• Listening Skills
• Follow instructions/directions accordingly
• Basic Animal Handling
• General Small Animal Knowledge
• CONFIDENCE

We look forward to you joining our team, where your passion for animals can make a difference every day

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $16.90 per hour

Expected hours: 30 – 45 per week

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Orange, CA Preferred)

Work Location: In person