Part Time Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist

Job Overview

We are expanding our practice and looking to hire a new team member!

Sigman Veterinary Clinic has been a trusted small animal practice serving Newton County and its surrounding areas for over 30 years. Our commitment to providing exceptional veterinary care is at the heart of our mission. We currently have 2 full time doctors and an LVT along with a great team of support staff! We have exciting plans to expand our practice in the near future. We have built a new, state of the art 4,000 square foot veterinary facility and we are expected to move in Nov/Dec 2026!

We are seeking an assistant who enjoys helping out in reception to join our dedicated team! We are looking for a reliable, dependable individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced veterinary environment and is passionate about providing excellent care to our patients and clients. Working alternating Saturdays is required. Our staff play an integral role in supporting the doctors and technician with daily tasks. Previous experience working as a veterinary assistant is a plus!

Assistant Duties include but not limited to:

• Day to day care of hospitalized patients, boarders, and facility.
• Effectively and safely restrain dogs and cats.
• Assist doctors and licensed technician in exam rooms, with treatments, and diagnostic procedures such as blood draws and catheter placements; taking radiographs, prepping for surgeries, surgical patient monitoring (if experienced), etc.
• Run in-house lab equipment (IDEXX). Handle appropriate lab samples for in-house testing and reference lab testing.
• Dispensing and administering oral medications as directed.
• Familiarity with veterinary/medical terms and flea/tick/heartworm preventatives.
• Basic knowledge of vaccines and common veterinary procedures.
• Ability to lift/carry up to 40 lbs. Will have assistance as needed.
• Excellent client communication skills. Ability to maintain a positive attitude and cooperative working relationship with fellow staff members.

Receptionist Duties include but not limited to:

• Manage multiple phone lines, direct and screen calls, and relay messages.
• Schedule appointments for all clinic services.
• Provide accurate information to callers without providing medical advice.
• Promptly address all client concerns and remain polite and professional when interacting with clients over the phone, in person, and via email.
• Greet and interact with clients and pets in a friendly and welcoming manner.
• Utilize the computer system and veterinary software program (Pulse).
• Prior experience with Care Credit is ideal.
• Maintain proper documentation with client/pet records.
• Basic math and accounting skills – ensure all client transactions are collected accurately and completely.
• Process prescription requests per veterinarian instructions.
• Maintain hospital cleanliness.

Salary is dependent on experience. Full Time benefits to include paid time off, paid national holidays, health insurance stipend, 401k matching, employee discount.

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person