Receptionist/Kennel Attendant Details

Receptionist/Kennel Attendant

Animus Veterinary Group - Milpitas, CA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Full-Time/ Part-Time Veterinary Receptionist/Kennel Attendant

The Animus Veterinary Group is currently seeking experienced Veterinary Receptionists and Kennel Attendants to fill openings in our family-owned, state-of-the-art Veterinary Hospitals located in Milpitas, CA.

Our ideal candidate is compassionate towards animals, reliable, eager to learn, motivated, and able to work well with fellow team members in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Act as the extra eyes, ears and hands for the Veterinarian to ensure the best quality pet care and to maximize the Veterinarian's productivity.

Provide professional, efficient and exceptional service at all times. This includes completing preparatory work for other procedures, ensuring that clients and pets are comfortable in the hospital, and monitoring inventories.

Educate clients about Wellness Plans, preventive care, pet health needs, any diagnosis or treatment, hospital services and other issues.
Perform other duties as assigned.

ATTITUDE:

+ Initiative - shows willingness and aptitude to take appropriate steps in finding solutions to problems; presents options and ideas to enhance current processes or procedures. Takes on additional responsibility when both big and small tasks need to be done.
+ Cooperativeness - Willing to work with others, collaborating and compromising where necessary; promptly share relevant information with others.
+ Flexibility - Is open to changing situations and opportunities and is willing to perform all tasks assigned.
Tolerance for Stress / Resiliency - Maintains a positive 'can do' outlook, rebounds quickly from frustrations and unpleasantness, and maintains composure and friendly demeanor while dealing with stressful situations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

> One year experience in the Veterinary setting is highly preferred
> Compensation commensurate experience and education.
> Knowledge of AVIMARK Software is a plus, but we will train the right candidate
> Physical effort: Work requires lifting, carrying and restraining animals (lifting assistance provided when lifting animals over 40 lbs). Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time; frequently works in a bent position.

BENEFITS:

*Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage (Full-Time)

*401k Plan (Full-Time)

*Employee discounts online, retail stores, and our hospitals

Position also available in Palo Alto location!

Starting Rate (depends on experience)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
• Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No