Job Summary
Do you love animals and people? Do you thrive in a busy environment where every day is different? If so, Capitol Hill Animal Hospital would love to hear from you! We are seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Veterinary Tech Assistant / Client Care specialist to join our team. This role provides vital support in animal care and client communication.

We’re a friendly, fast-paced 3+ doctors practice that cares for both small animals and exotics (about 70% exotic patients and 30% cats/dogs).

Duties for VTA position include, but are not limited to:

Assist veterinary technicians and veterinarians with animal restraint, handling, and care during examinations to ensure safety for animals and staff.
Taking patient history in the exam room with clients and reporting back to the doctor.
Support in animal husbandry tasks including feeding and cleaning kennels.
Helping to take x-rays
Help with laboratory procedures including holding for sample collection and running in house labs.
Educate pet owners on post-treatment instructions.
Support in veterinary critical care situations by providing necessary assistance under supervision.
Maintain cleanliness of the clinic environment, including sterilization of equipment and treatment areas.

Duties for Client Care include, but are not limited to:

Greet clients with warmth and professionalism, whether in person, over the phone, or by email
Help coordinate care by scheduling appointments and surgeries, triaging emergencies, and admitting patients
Support our team with invoicing, reminders, and follow-ups
Keep the clinic running smoothly by managing a busy multi-doctor schedule

What we're looking for:

A positive attitude and a helpful, team-focused approach
Strong communication and multitasking skills
Ability to stay calm and organized in a fast-paced setting
1+ year of experience in a veterinary office (required)
Customer service experience (preferred)
Experience with Idexx Neo software and Covet is a bonus (but not required)
A graduate of a Veterinary Assistant/Receptionist program is preferred

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

A full time, permanent roll with competitive pay (based on experience) 4-5 days/week
Health, dental, and vision care benefits
Consistent 8-hour shifts for work-life balance
A supportive, passionate team that loves what we do, and the animals we care for!

At Capitol Hill Animal Hospital, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, collaborative clinic where both clients and team members feel valued. If you’re ready to make a difference for pets and their families every day, we can’t wait to welcome you to our team.

Wage will be assessed according to experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.85 per hour

Expected hours: 32 per week

Benefits:

Dental care
Extended health care
Store discount
Vision care

Work Location: In person

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