Veterinary Receptionist - Port Orchard, WA

Who We Are Woodside Animal Hospital is Hiring! Position Details Role: Veterinary Receptionist / Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-time Salary: $18.00-$20.00 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications Schedule: Four days per week; some Saturdays required Benefits Highlights Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Flexible compensation, 401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings Plan, Flexible Spending Account, 529 Savings Plan, Tuition Support Program, and referral bonuses help support your goals today and in the future. Wellness & Peace of Mind: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental insurance options, paid parental leave for eligible employees, Sick Time / Paid Time Off, and valuable pet care benefits help support your well-being both at work and beyond. Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly Team Rewards, professional development opportunities, state license reimbursement, VTNE exam fee reimbursement, continuing education support, uniform allowance, and access to Vetcor’s TechLife community help you continue learning, building your skills, and growing your veterinary career. Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, employee discounts, and a four-day workweek help support a healthy balance between work and life outside the hospital. Veterinary Assistant Who Also Loves People? This Job Is for You! This is not a “sit-at-the-front-desk-all-day” job. This unique hybrid position combines hands-on veterinary assisting with client service. You’ll spend part of your day working directly with our patients and medical team, and part of your day helping our clients and keeping the front desk running smoothly. Do you love both people AND pets? Are you happiest when you’re busy, helping wherever you’re needed, and part of a team that genuinely cares about what they do? Woodside Animal Hospital is looking for a Veterinary Receptionist / Veterinary Assistant to join our team in a unique hybrid role that combines client service with hands-on veterinary assisting. This is a great position for someone who enjoys variety and doesn’t want to spend their entire day behind a desk. One moment you may be welcoming a client and answering phones, and the next you may be helping restrain a patient, preparing for a procedure, monitoring hospitalized pets, or assisting our technicians and doctors. Why You’ll Love It Here A unique hybrid role that combines client service with hands-on veterinary assistingA four-day workweek with approximately 35-40 hours per weekA fast-paced environment where no two days are exactly alikeThe opportunity to work closely with both clients and the medical teamA team-first culture where everyone works toward the same goalVariety in your day, from front desk responsibilities to direct patient careThe chance to make a meaningful difference for pets and their families What You’ll Do At the Front Desk Welcome clients and their pets with a warm, professional attitudeAnswer phones and help triage client questions appropriatelySchedule appointments and help keep the day running smoothlyPrepare records and paperwork for appointmentsProcess payments and answer questions about routine services and feesProvide compassionate support to clients during difficult situationsCommunicate with clients by phone, email, and other correspondence In the Treatment Area Assist doctors and technicians with medical, surgical, and dental proceduresSafely restrain and handle patients for examinations and proceduresMonitor hospitalized and post-anesthetic patients and report concernsPrepare treatment areas, equipment, and surgical suitesAssist with radiology, dentistry, anesthesia, and patient careTake heart and respiratory rates and perform other tasks appropriate to your trainingWalk, clean, comfort, and care for hospitalized patientsHelp keep the hospital clean, organized, stocked, and ready for the next patientProvide clerical and medical-record support as needed The role will vary from day to day, so flexibility, initiative, teamwork, and a willingness to jump in wherever you’re needed are essential. What You’ll Bring Comfort around animals and a genuine enjoyment of caring for themA friendly and compassionate approach with clients and coworkersAn interest in veterinary medicine and eagerness to learnThe ability to multitask and stay productive in a busy environmentA team-player mindset and willingness to help wherever neededStrong organization, dependability, and attention to detailA calm and empathetic approach, especially when clients or patients are having a difficult dayA willingness to learn veterinary terminology and communicate professionally with both clients and the medical team We believe the front desk and medical team are one team working toward the same goal: providing high-quality, compassionate care to pets and their families. Our Vision: Helping Pets and Their Families By Providing High-Quality, Compassionate Care. Financial Benefits Benefits You Can’t Beat A flexible approach to compensation that reflects your skill set and future performance401(k) matching & Roth Retirement Savings PlanFlexible Spending Account (full-time only)529 Savings PlanTuition 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)Paid parental leave of up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child after one year of service (full-time only; in states with paid family leave programs, this benefit does not apply)Sick Time / Paid Time OffFree/discounted lab work for employee petsPet discounts on services and productsPet food discount program Professional Growth & Recognition Quarterly Team Rewards Bonus ProgramProfessional development opportunitiesState license reimbursementVTNE exam fee reimbursementContinuing education allowanceUniform allowanceAccess to Vetcor’s TechLife community Lifestyle Benefits Six paid holidays (full-time only)Employee Assistance ProgramEmployee discount program Join Our Team! If you enjoy a fast-paced day, like having a variety of responsibilities, and want a position where no two days are exactly alike, we’d love to meet you. Join a team that works hard, laughs together, and truly cares about the pets and people who walk through our doors. Apply today! Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging 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.