Veterinary Assistant/Veterinary Receptionist

Who we are:

Russell Veterinary Hospital is Hiring!

Position Details

• Role: Veterinary Assistant
• Status: Full-time
• Salary: Negotiable and based on experience
• Schedule: 4-day work week. One Saturday shift each month (7:30 AM - 12:30 PM)

Benefits Highlights

• Financial Rewards that Grow with You: Competitive pay, 401(k) matching, tuition support, and referral bonuses
• Wellness & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with supplemental options; generous PTO; and employee discounts
• Professional Growth & Recognition: Quarterly team bonuses, continuing education allowance, and uniform allowance
• Lifestyle Perks You’ll Appreciate: Six paid holidays and an Employee Assistance Program

Looking for a Veterinary Career Where Compassion and Teamwork Come First?

Russell Veterinary Hospital is searching for compassionate, dedicated, and motivated individuals to join our veterinary team! We are proud to provide exceptional veterinary care while creating a supportive, collaborative workplace where team members feel valued, encouraged, and empowered to grow.

At Russell Veterinary Hospital, we believe that outstanding patient care starts with a strong, compassionate team. If you’re passionate about animal care and want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and the families who love them, we’d love to meet you.

Why Our Team Loves Working Here

• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Four-day work week that supports work-life balance
• Opportunities for mentorship, growth, and continued learning
• Meaningful work helping pets and their families every day
• Positive clinic culture focused on teamwork and compassion
• A workplace where your contributions are valued and appreciated

What You’ll Do

• Support veterinarians and fellow team members in providing exceptional patient care
• Assist with daily hospital operations and patient support
• Communicate compassionately and professionally with clients
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming hospital environment
• Collaborate with the team to ensure efficient workflow and excellent service
• Provide compassionate care and support to pets throughout their visit

What We’re Looking For

• Passion for animal care and helping people
• Positive attitude and willingness to work collaboratively
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Dependability and professionalism
• Motivation to learn and continue growing professionally
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced veterinary environment
• Compassion for patients, clients, and coworkers

The Extras You’ll Actually Feel

• A team that genuinely supports and appreciates one another
• Work-life balance with a consistent four-day work week
• Opportunities to continue growing your veterinary knowledge and skills
• Meaningful work making a difference in your community every day
• A positive clinic culture built around teamwork, compassion, and respect

Benefits You Can’t Beat

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)
• 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 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

Join Our Team!

If you’re ready to build a rewarding veterinary career with a supportive team that values compassion, collaboration, and exceptional patient care, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and discover what makes Russell Veterinary Hospital such a rewarding place to grow your veterinary career!

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values at Russell Veterinary 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.