Careers
At Woodside Animal Hospital, we are known for serving our patients and clients with compassion, empathy and integrity. We are always looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who are eager to help us continue providing the best care and service to our patients and clients.
If you believe your values match those of our practice and you would like to be part of an outstanding team, we would like to hear from you. Please contact Kerry Kornish, Hospital Manager.
Veterinary Receptionist - Port Orchard, WA
Woodside Animal Hospital
About the Role
If you have always enjoyed working with people and pets, joining our receptionist team might be for you. In this position, you will be the liaison for the client and the advocate for the patient. You will decipher medical records and work diligently to create a smooth-running hospital. We are seeking a person who enjoys working hard but understands attention to detail is paramount. Successful Veterinary Receptionist applicants should be able to demonstrate a history of the following skills:
- Background in customer/client care.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written skills.
- Act professionally under varying circumstances, including but not limited to welcoming new puppies and kittens to the world, greeting regular patients, handling emergencies, and supporting clients through end-of-life care for their beloved pets.
The purpose of this position is to facilitate serving all our clients and patient’s needs in a manner that consistently exceeds our client's expectations.
You will be expected to:
- Greet clients on the phone and in person
- Schedule appointments
- Perform record keeping and clerical duties related to animal patient care and treatment
- Facilitate pet care education to our clients
- Provide support to medical team, and more
This position requires a practical knowledge of hospital organization, services and products, data transcribing, word processing, and a practical knowledge of standard procedures, veterinary records, and terminology used in the hospital. Experience is definitely preferred but not necessary.
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What's in it for you
Financial Benefits:
A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset and future performance
- Compenstion: $16.85 - $18.00 / hour
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
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
Continuing education allowance
Uniform allowance
Lifestyle Benefits:
Six paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discount program
Please submit a cover letter and resume to be considered for this position.
Due to high response rates, we may not contact all applicants.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Woodside 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.