Client Services Representative & Vet Assistant Relief
About the role
The ideal candidate will combine front-office client service responsibilities with hands-on veterinary assistant duties in the field. This role is approximately 80% client services representative (CSR) work and 20% field work.
Responsibilities
Answer multi-line phone system in a friendly, professional manner
Schedule appointments and coordinate ambulatory veterinary services
Manage client communications via phone, email, and text messaging
Process invoices and payments
Perform data entry and maintain accurate medical records
Auxiliary with client follow-up and appointment reminders
Assist veterinarians with equine patient care, diagnostics, and treatments
Prepare and stock veterinary vehicles for daily appointments
Maintain inventory and supply levels
Safely handle and restrain horses during examinations, procedures, and emergencies
Administer medications under veterinarian supervision
Clean, disinfect, and maintain trucks, equipment, and treatment areas
Sterilize and maintain surgical instruments and medical equipment
Support veterinarians during routine and emergency field calls
Qualifications
Previous receptionist or customer service experience
Knowledge of basic horse care and the equine industry
Experienced horse handling skills, including: Trotting and lunging horses, safe handling of horses under sedation
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Professional email, text, and client communication experience
Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn new software systems
Strong attention to detail, grammar, and spelling
Dependable transportation and valid Washington State driver's license
Ability to safely lift and carry at least 50 pounds safely
At least 18 years of age
Physical Requirements
- Frequently walk, stand, bend, squat, and lift throughout the workday
- Work safely around horses of varying temperaments
- Perform physical tasks in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions
- Meet the physical demands associated with ambulatory equine veterinary medicine
- Frequently work in a bent, kneeling, or squatting position
- Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds safely
Schedule
Full-time position; Monday–Friday schedule with hours varying based on practice needs. Participation in evening and weekend on-call rotations may be required.
Pay & Benefits
The base hourly range for this position is $21.50–$26.00 per hour. Pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills, experience, education, and training. Benefits include Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and paid holidays.