Springfield Animal Hospital, a 3-doctor practice with a well-established staff committed to unparalleled patient care and exceptional customer service, is looking to add an experienced Veterinary Assistant/Client Care superstar to our team! We are more than a group of compassionate veterinary professionals; we are a supportive team that believes in a 'better together' philosophy and strives to cross-train and educate our staff so that we can all find a growth path.
As a key member of our veterinary care team, you will assist in providing exceptional care to our animal patients while supporting the veterinarians in day-to-day operations. This position with opportunities to grow and expand your skill set in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Your passion and experience will make you a valuable part of our team by:
- Working with clients in person, on the phone and via e-mail
- Assisting veterinarians during exams and treatments
- Obtaining patient histories and vitals
- Administering medications and vaccinations as prescribed
- Preparing lab samples and performing diagnostic tests
- Maintaining accurate and thorough patient records
- Ensuring the clinic is clean and organized, following infection control, OSHA & AHHA protocols
- Caring for dogs and cats that are staying in hospital
In addition to offering a clinic culture of compassion and support, we also offer some exceptional benefits, including:
Financial Benefits:
- A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
- 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- 529 Savings Plan
- Tuition Support Program
- Referral bonus program
Wellness Benefits:
- Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
- Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short and long-term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child-dependent life insurance
- All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child
- 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
- State license reimbursement
- VTNE exam fee reimbursement
- Continuing education allowance
- Uniform allowance
Lifestyle Benefits:
- Six paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount program
Got some killer assistant skills or client communication to bring to the table? Fantastic! Want to show off those phenomenal time management and organizational skills you’ve worked so hard to master? We can’t wait to see you in action! Our team members must also be willing to:
- Let your passion for pets and veterinary care shine every day.
- Grow as a professional and encourage the growth of others.
- Laugh. Life is short; smile while you still have teeth.
- Occasionally partake in a cat rodeo.
- Celebrate birthdays, new babies, anniversaries, and other life events because they're important!
- Be willing to be part of a workplace where genuinely appreciating each other is more than some motivational poster on the wall.
What we're willing to give in return:
- Mentoring and support for all team members
- Flexibility with scheduling to ensure a healthy work-life balance
- Opportunity to use your veterinary skills to better your community
- A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness!
- Occasional coffee runs, ice cream parties, and meals on us
- 3, 4, and 5-day work weeks offered
- Rotating Saturday shifts
- No overnights or after-hour emergencies
- Support as you grow and advance your career – The more you know, the better off we all are!
Think you're the Veterinary Assistant/Client Care Specialist we've been looking for? Let's find you the perfect place in our pack! Apply today so we can get started!
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Springfield 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 exposing us to various ways to understand and engage with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, feel a complete sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential.
