Veterinary Assistant

Who we are: Edgewood Animal Clinic is Hiring an Experienced Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Receptionist! Position Details Role: Experienced Veterinary Assistant / Veterinary Receptionist hybrid role Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Schedule: 4-day workweek. Friday and Saturday availability required. Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Account, 529 Savings Plan, Tuition Support Program, and Referral Bonus Program. Wellness & Peace of Mind: Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision, supplemental insurance options, paid parental leave for eligible employees, Sick Time / Paid Time Off, and valuable employee pet benefits. Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus Program, professional development opportunities, state license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance. Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and Employee Discount Program. Calling rockstar Veterinary Assistants and Veterinary Receptionists! Are you passionate about animal welfare and nurturing the human‑animal bond? Do you believe client education is key to helping pets live happy, healthy lives? If so, Edgewood Animal Clinic wants YOU on our team! Edgewood Animal Clinic is a three-doctor practice with a well‑established support staff committed to providing unparalleled patient care. Our practice is more than a group of compassionate veterinary professionals—we’re a supportive team that welcomes you to bring your authentic self to work. Want to show us the sweater you just knitted for your cat? Please do. Feel the need for a midday sing‑along? We’ll harmonize! At Edgewood Animal Clinic, we have the structure and teamwork needed to provide consistent, quality medical care while still making room for plenty of fun along the way. Veterinary medicine can be fast‑paced and challenging, but we believe the people beside you can make all the difference. Why Our Veterinary Assistants Love It Here A collaborative, supportive environment where your personality is welcome and your contributions matter An established team that genuinely enjoys working together and supporting one another Plenty of opportunities to learn, laugh, and grow along the way A predictable 4-day workweek that leaves room for life outside the hospital The opportunity to make a meaningful impact for our patients, clients, and the people you work alongside What Our Veterinary Assistants Do Support our veterinarians and veterinary team in delivering exceptional patient care Assist with patient handling, restraint, treatments, and procedures Welcome clients and patients with warmth and professionalism Answer phones, schedule appointments, and assist with client communication Help educate clients and strengthen the human‑animal bond Maintain accurate patient information and support efficient hospital workflow Work collaboratively with teammates to keep each day running smoothly What Our Veterinary Assistants Bring Previous veterinary assistant and/or veterinary reception experience A genuine passion for animal welfare and client education Strong communication and customer service skills The ability to stay organized and manage priorities in a busy veterinary environment A positive, team‑focused attitude Compassion for pets and the people who love them Friday and Saturday availability Benefits You Can’t Beat Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan Flexible Spending Account (full‑time only) 529 Savings Plan Tuition Support Program (full‑time only) Referral Bonus Program Wellness Benefits Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision (full‑time only) Supplemental insurance, including accident, critical illness, hospital, short‑and‑long‑term disability, legal plan, and employee, spouse, and child‑dependent life insurance (full‑time only) Up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full‑time employees only; available after one year of service). In states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply. Sick Time / Paid Time Off Free/discounted lab work for 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 (full‑time only) Employee Assistance Program Employee Discount Program Join Our Team! If you’re looking for a veterinary hospital where excellent patient care, strong client relationships, teamwork, and a little fun all belong in the same place, we’d love to meet you. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values at Edgewood Animal Clinic 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 bringing different perspectives and ways of understanding and engaging with the world. That's why we're committed to a workplace culture where employees are comfortable being their authentic selves, experience a true sense of belonging, and are empowered to reach their highest potential. #J-18808-Ljbffr Edgewood Animal Clinic