Veterinary Receptionist/Assistant

Grow your veterinary career at Woodinville Animal Hospital!

We're seeking a versatile, customer-focused team member to join our hospital in a hybrid Veterinary Receptionist / Veterinary Assistant role.

In this position, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds—creating an exceptional client experience at the front desk while providing hands-on support to our medical team. You'll welcome clients and patients, coordinate appointments, assist with patient handling and outpatient procedures, and help keep daily hospital operations running smoothly.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with strong customer service skills and foundational veterinary assistant experience who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy variety in their day-to-day responsibilities.

Schedule: Full-time with flexible availability Monday through Saturday. While our hospital is currently open Monday through Friday, we anticipate adding Saturday hours in the future, and weekend availability will be required.

Full-time benefits and compensation**:

• Compensation: $20-24 per hour, for each hour worked*
  • Flexible compensation consideration for highly experienced veterinary assistants
• Health package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k options
• Paid time off in accordance with site policy and applicable law
• Personal pet discount
• Uniform allowance

Minimum qualifications and skill set:

• 2+ years of experience in a customer service, reception, or client-facing role
• 1+ years of experience as a veterinary assistant
• Previous veterinary receptionist or healthcare-related front-desk experience preferred
• Proficiency in the following skills:
  • Animal handling and restraint (dogs and cats)
  • Experience with obtaining TPR and patient histories during exam room check-ins
  • Ability to manage a multi-phone line system while assisting in-person clients
  • Experience working with veterinary practice management software preferred
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to accurately process payments and maintain financial records
  • Positive attitude and willingness to collaborate with a team

Get to know Woodinville Animal Hospital:

We are a four-doctor general practice that provides a variety of services to small animals in our community with a Fear Free approach. We have multiple staff members who are fear free certified and prioritize gentle patient handling. We currently operate 8am-6pm Monday-Friday, and typically have two to three doctors each day, with one performing surgery. Our purpose is to enhance people and pets’ lives, contribute to our community, and be Woodinville’s most trusted general practice. We do so by providing comprehensive services and compassionate medicine at a slower, more personalized pace. To learn more, we invite you to visit our website or check out our 4.8-star Google reviews.

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*To determine specific pay Company will consider the following factors: the applicant’s education, training, or experience related to the job position, geographic location where the work is performed, and other relevant factors.

**During the process, you may request more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location where the work is performed. Where required under applicable law, WVP provides eligible employees with leave, and similar benefits programs, all in accordance with state and local law.

WVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local laws. WVP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under applicable state and local law, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact People Operations, if you need assistance completing the application process.