About the position
Ames Pet Hospital is hiring a Veterinary Receptionist with a passion for patient care! Position Details Role: Hybrid Veterinary Receptionist/Veterinary Assistant Status: Full-time Salary: Negotiable and based on experience Practice Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 6:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Do you believe that teamwork and cool heads prevail, that patient care and client care are one and the same? Are you looking for a working environment that lights your fire rather than burns you out? If so, Ames Pet Hospital wants you on its team! We are ready to hire a creative and compassionate individual to join our team in a hybrid Veterinary Receptionist/Veterinary Assistant role. Why You'll Love it Here Team-first culture that’s supportive, fun, and big on growth Leadership that listens and invests in your development Mentorship, continuing education, and real career pathways Flexibility that supports real work–life balance A clinic culture that celebrates your unique awesomeness Mentoring, growth, and frequent “thanks” — plus coffee runs, ice-cream breaks, and lunch on us
Responsibilities
• Answer phones
• make appointments
• check patients in/out of appointments
• Assist veterinarians with patient treatment and care
Requirements
• Critical thinking, curiosity, and a can-do attitude
• Reliability and professionalism in a fast-paced setting
• A love for teamwork, teaching, and being taught
• Commitment to compassionate medicine and a great client experience
Benefits
• Financial Benefits A flexible approach to compensation that will reflect your skillset 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)
• All US-based, benefits-eligible employees with a minimum of one year of service may receive up to three weeks of full pay for the birth or adoption of a child (full-time only)
• 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 (full-time only)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program